Various – Ruthless Records Tenth Anniversary Compilation: Decade Of Game

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Celebrate a decade of iconic hip-hop with Ruthless Records Tenth Anniversary Compilation: Decade of Game, a compilation album featuring various artists. Released on March 24, 1998, by Ruthless Records, this 2-CD compilation captures the essence of the label’s legendary sound, showcasing a variety of hip-hop styles, including RnB/Swing, Gangsta, and Electro.

The compilation kicks off with a brief intro, setting the tone for the musical journey ahead. Eazy-E’s “24 Hrs To Live” follows, produced by L.T. Hutton, reminding listeners of the rapper’s powerful presence in the hip-hop world. N.W.A.’s “Dopeman (Remix)” and Above The Law’s “Untouchable” represent the West Coast sound, with production by Dr. Dre, Yella, and others.

MC Ren’s “Same Ole Shit” and H.W.A.’s “Great Tazte – Less Fillaz” continue the compilation’s momentum, while The D.O.C.’s “It’s Funky Enough” and N.W.A.’s “Alwayz Into Somethin'” showcase Dr. Dre’s signature production skills. MC Ren’s “Fuck What Ya Heard” and H.W.A.’s “I Ain’t No Lady” add more flavor to the compilation, with Above The Law’s “Murder Rap” and Eazy-E’s “Real Muthaphuckkin’ Gs” rounding out the first CD.

The second CD features more unforgettable tracks, including Eazy-E’s “Black Nigga Killa,” N.W.A.’s “8 Ball (Remix),” and MC Ren’s “Final Frontier.” The D.O.C.’s “The Formula” and Above The Law’s “Black Superman” continue to demonstrate the label’s diverse talent, with J.J. Fad’s “Supersonic” offering a fresh, energetic sound.

Eazy-E’s classic “Boyz-N-The Hood” and Michel’le’s soulful “Something In My Heart” and “Nicety” showcase the label’s ability to blend hard-hitting hip-hop with smooth RnB tracks. The D.O.C.’s “The Grand Finale” brings the compilation to a close, followed by a short outro, encapsulating a decade of groundbreaking music from Ruthless Records.