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Greatest Hits - CD Music

by 2pac
label: Interscope, October of 1999 ‧
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ALIGNMENT


Disco 2
01 - Troublesome 96'
02 - Brenda's Got a Baby
03 - I Ain't Mad at Cha
04 - I Get Around
05 - Changes
06 - California Love
07 - Picture Me Rollin'
08 - How Long Will They Mourn Me?
09 - Toss It Up
10 - Dear Mama
11 - All About U
12 - To Live & Die in L.A.
13 - Heartz of Men

Disco 1
01 - Keep Ya Head Up
02 - 2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted
03 - Temptations
04 - God Bless the Dead
05 - Hail Mary
06 - Me Against the World
07 - How Do U Want It
08 - So Many Tears
09 - Unconditional Love
10 - Trapped
11 - Life Goes On
12 - Hit 'Em Up

Greatest Hits - CD

by 2pac

Property Description
label: Interscope
Release Date: October of 1999
Dimensions: 125 x 140 x 8 mm
Format: Music
Categories: Hip-Hop/R&B/Soul > Hip-Hop
EAN: 0606949030124
Duration (m): 114.43
Number of disks: 2
Format: CD / Album

ABOUT THE ARTIST

2pac

2Pac, stage name of Tupac Amaru Shakur, was one of the most influential rappers and activists in the United States, born on June 16, 1971 in East Harlem, New York, and assassinated on September 13, 1996 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is widely recognized not only for his impact on hip-hop music, but also for his ability to address social, political, and racial issues in his lyrics, making him a central figure in pop culture and an icon of the hip-hop movement.

2Pac grew up in an environment where issues of racial injustice and social inequality were ever-present. His mother, Afeni Shakur, was a member of the Black Panthers, which heavily influenced the young Tupac. His music reflects this influence, addressing themes such as racism, poverty, violence in black communities, and the struggle for civil rights.

Tupac's debut album, 2Pacalypse Now (1991), was a major milestone in hip-hop, with tracks like "Brenda's Got a Baby" and "Trapped" that criticized police brutality and the hardships faced by black communities in America. Although the album was not a massive commercial success, it drew attention for its powerful and political lyrical content.

Throughout his career, 2Pac released several albums that have become hip-hop classics, including Strictly 4 My N.I.G.G.A.Z. (1993), Me Against the World (1995), and All Eyez on Me (1996), the first double album in rap history. Me Against the World is particularly noteworthy, as it was released while Tupac was incarcerated, and it reached the top of the charts, making him the first artist to reach that mark while serving a prison sentence. This album is often considered one of the most introspective and emotionally charged of his career.

All Eyez on Me was another milestone in Tupac's career, with hits like "California Love" and "2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted." This album was a massive success and cemented Tupac as one of hip-hop's biggest stars, highlighting his ability to combine introspection with a mainstream sound.

Tupac was also known for his involvement in various controversies and rivalries, the most famous being the dispute between the East and West coasts of hip-hop, which involved him and rapper The Notorious B.I.G. (Biggie Smalls). This rivalry is often cited as one of the factors that contributed to the deaths of both rappers.

2Pac was murdered in 1996 in Las Vegas, after being shot multiple times while in a car. He died six days later, at the age of 25. His murder was never solved, and many conspiracy theories still surround the case.

Even after his death, Tupac's music continued to have a lasting impact. He released several posthumous albums, including The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory (1996), which was released under his alter ego Makaveli and is known for its dark and apocalyptic lyrics.

2Pac is widely considered one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017, and his music continues to be relevant, inspiring new generations of artists and fans. His legacy goes beyond music, he is also remembered as a defender of civil rights and a voice for the marginalized.

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