The debut album that announced a singular new voice in hip-hop, blending soulful introspection with an unimpeachable ear for beats.
- The album was released on February 10, 2004, by Roc-A-Fella Records.
- It has been certified quadruple platinum by the RIAA.
- The album won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2005.
Kanye West was a Chicagoan producer and rapper who broke through with his distinctive soul-sample-heavy sound. He was a rising star in the early 2000s, aiming for a rap career after years of producing hits for others.
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