Riches Royalty Respect

Riches Royalty Respect

Kool G Rap is arguably the most influential rapper in the history of hip hop. Notable artists such as Eminem, Jay-Z, Nas, Notorious B.I.G., Bun B, PharoaheMonche and Big Pun have all cited Kool G Rap as being a major musical influence. G Rap was also a member of Marley Marl's legendary Juice Crew whose members include Big Daddy Kane, Biz Markie, Roxanne Shante, . His career began with fellow Queens NY native, DJ and producer, DJ Polo Polo. Together they released their highly influential debut album "Road to the Riches" on the Cold Chillin' Records. Two subsequent and also influential Kool G Rap & DJ Polo albums were released namely "Wanted Dead or Alive" and "Live and Let Die." G Rap's first solo release "4,5,6" was released via Cold Chillin' in 1994 to critical acclaim. His second solo album was also released via Cold Chillin', namely "Roots of Evil." His third solo album was recorded under the auspices of Rawkus Records but was actually released via Koch Records to critical acclaim.