Released as a single in 1994, "Behind Bars" marked Slick Rick's first new material in five years, emerging while he was still under the shadow of a prison sentence.
- The single was released while Slick Rick was serving time in prison.
- It was his first release on Def Jam Recordings.
- The B-side featured a remix of "Children's Story" by legendary producer Shep Pettibone.
Slick Rick is a Jamaican-born, Bronx-raised MC best known for his fluid storytelling, distinctive voice, and opulent fashion sense. In 1994, he was at a legal crossroads, having recently been released from prison and preparing to re-enter the rap scene.
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