The posthumous release of "The Diary" offers a rare glimpse into Dilla's own rapping skills, showcasing a more direct and aggressive vocal style than many of his fans were accustomed to.
- "The Diary" was first announced in 2002 but was not released during J Dilla's lifetime.
- The album was compiled from a hard drive of unfinished tracks salvaged by his mother, Maureen Yancey.
- The release was accompanied by a limited edition 7-inch vinyl box set.
James "J Dilla" Yancey was a Detroit hip-hop producer and rapper. He was a key figure in the development of neo-soul and alternative hip-hop in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
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