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Ode to the Ghetto (CD)
Ode to the Ghetto is Guilty Simpson’s tightly focused debut album, released in 2008. Produced by a formidable lineup including Madlib, J Dilla, Oh No, Black Milk, Konnie Ross, Denaun Porter, and DJ Babu, the record captures Detroit’s gritty street realism through rugged beats and unapologetic lyricism. Simpson’s delivery—gruff, deliberate, iron‑clad—anchors the album across intensely sculpted tracks like “Ode to the Ghetto,” “Footwork,” “Robbery,” and “The American Dream.”
As Detroit’s raw storytelling voice layered over eclectic production from Stones Throw’s most respected names, the album stands as a cornerstone of independent hip hop. Tales of ghetto life, personal struggle, and street hustle unfold with a directness that feels both nostalgic and timeless. Ode to the Ghetto is essential listening for those drawn to underground rap grounded in authenticity, tight production, and raw emotional weight.
Format CD
Label Stones Throw Records
Catalogue # STH2180
Release date 2008
Shrink Wrapped Yes
Shrink Wrapped Yes
Condition New
Musical Origin USA
$27.00 AUD
Availability: In stock
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