The Blueprint to Success
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Source: Def Jam Recordings/Roc-A-Fella Records
With Hov becoming 46 today, it makes you realize the beauty of his longevity. Not only has he obliterated expectations placed upon him, he helped remold the mindset of journalists and pundits who dared to question his musical genius. At 46, he crafted a bevy of platinum albums. My personal favorite? The Blueprint. Hov’s bravado shined radiantly over the soulful beats of Kanye West and Just Blaze. He thrived incredibly by delivering a slew of classics from that album. “Heart of the City” was constantly on repeat on Saturdays when I had to clean my room. I still get chills every time I hear him utter that line, “First the Fat Boys break up…”
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