No. 7 Long Live the Kane by Big Daddy Kane
One of the game’s most celebrated lyricists announced himself in style on this staggering debut. One misstep aside, (“The Day You’re Mine” is borderline embarrassing), Kane proved that there was a new uber-rhymer set to challenge the Rakims and LL Cool Js of the world. Throughout the album the Brooklyn native demonstrates his ability to balance his battle rap machismo with his more lady-friendly material.
