The 250 Greatest Albums of the 21st Century So Far: 100-51

The 250 Greatest Albums of the 21st Century So Far: 100-51

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Lupe Fiasco is considered rap's greatest export who's in the margins of stardom, having made excellent records for twenty years, including The Cool, Lasers, and Samurai.

His debut album, Food & Liquor, features notable tracks like Kick, Push, I Gotcha, Daydreamin', and Hurt Me Soul, with contributions from Jill Scott, Gemini, Jonah Matranga, and Matthew Santos, and production by the Neptunes, Kanye West, Mike Shinoda, Prolyfic, and Soundtrakk.

It's the lyrics, which tell stories of skateboarding, single motherhood, creative pride, American misconceptions of Islam, and addiction.

Author's summary: Lupe Fiasco's excellent records.

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