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Released | October 10, 1995 | ||
Recorded | 1994–1995 | ||
Genre | East Coast hip hop, Mafioso rap | ||
Length | 45:31 | ||
Label | EMI 7243 8 32631 2 7 E2-32631 | ||
Producer | AZ (Executive) , Lindsey Williams (Executive) , Damian 'Deo' Blyden (Executive) , Pete Rock, Loose, Buckwild, L.E.S., DR Period, Amar Pep, N.O. Joe, Ski, Lunatic Mind | ||
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Doe or Die is the debut studio album by rapper AZ, released October 10, 1995 on EMI Records. The album features guest appearances by artists such as Nas and Miss Jones, and production from N.O. Joe, Pete Rock, L.E.S., and Buckwild, among others.
- That said, let’s examine what exactly “Doe or Die” was all about. For starters, the album was one of the most anticipated (at least by underground heads) of 1995, based on AZ’s flawless appearance as the only guest on the legendary Illmatic. Expectations were high, and the fans were growing impatient.
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- AZ Do Or Die (1995).zip AZ Doe Or Die (1995).rar from DownloadJoy and other world's most popular shared hosts. Doe or Die is the debut studio album by rapper AZ, released October 10, 1995 on EMI Records.The album features guest appearances by artists such as Nas and Miss Jones, and production from Pete Rock, L.E.S., and Buckwild, among others.
Upon release, Doe or Die received notable critical and commercial success. The album peaked at #15 on the Billboard 200[1], and #1 on the U.S. Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart[2]. Doe or Die produced several singles, including, 'Mo Money, Mo Murder,' 'Gimme Yours (remix),' 'Doe or Die' and 'Sugar Hill' - which was certified Gold by the RIAA in 1995.[3] The album went on to sell over a million copies[4] AZ has planned a sequel for the album entitled Doe or Die 2, which is currently awaiting release.
Content[edit]
The album incorporates fictitious tales chronicling the underworld lifestyle of organized crime. These cinematic narratives often depict a mobster's ascent to fame and wealth. Further emphasizing these themes, the cover of Doe or Die portrays AZ as an honoree of an elaborate mob funeral. Within the cover, a stylish portrait of AZ is surrounded by flowers, while the body of the rapper is buried in a casket that contains large amounts of dollars. Free vmware esxi 5.1 license key crack. In addition, the liner notes and the back of the album features images of AZ counting money, drinking expensive wine, and smoking cigars.[5]
Reception[edit]
Review scores | |
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Source | Rating |
Allmusic | [6] |
Los Angeles Times | [7] |
RapReviews | (8.5/10)[8] |
Rhapsody | (favorable)[9] |
Richmond Times | [10] |
Rolling Stone | [11] |
The Source | [12] |
Spin | (7/10)[13] |
Upon its release, Doe or Die received generally favorable reviews from most music critics. Stanton Swihart from Allmusic gave the album 4½ out of 5 stars and compared certain aspects of it to rapper Nas' debut album Illmatic, stating 'The two albums are very much the twin sides of the same double-headed coin. They are so closely connected, in fact, that it's difficult to pinpoint where Doe or Die's points of departure are located.' He further stated 'Certainly it was one of the strongest, most promising debut efforts of 1995, and probably one of the year's strongest rap albums period.'[6] Christian Hoard from Rolling Stone gave the album 3 out of 5 stars, and called it a 'Literate, sensitive look at street life that sits comfortably, as a companion, next to Nas' masterpiece (Illmatic).'[11] Selwyn Seyfu Hinds from Spin rated the album 7 out of 10, and stated
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'Doe or Die unfolds in a well sketched procession. AZ pours forth tales of loot capers and ghetto aspirations in a rapped-patterned delivery reminiscent, but for the high tonality, of the godfather of the hip hop hustle ethic, Kool G Rap .. Doe or Die achieves its purpose.'[13]
Although praising the album's lyricism, and rating it 3 out of 4 stars, Los Angeles Times writer Cheo H. Coker criticized some of the album's production, describing some of it as 'lackluster beats.'[7] A critic for RapReviews.com gave the album an 8.5 out of 10 rating and labeled it as 'AZ's best album to date', with the 'most replay value'. In regards to the Mafioso content, he stated 'This album does deserve to be mentioned right alongside Only Built 4 Cuban Linx.., It Was Written, and Reasonable Doubt for popularizing the Mafioso style. In fact, it dropped before two of those three albums did.' He however gave criticism to some of the album's production, and lack of consistency, explaining 'Despite the shortcomings, the good tracks on this album are not just good, they are great! There are four that I would refer to as certified classics. The main problem with the album is that it could have been an all time classic itself if executive production had been better and the beat selection had been a little more on point in several cases. All in all, this album is slept on and should be viewed as a gem that must be in every true head's collection.'.[8]
Track listing[edit]
# | Title | Performer(s) | Producer(s) | Time |
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1 | 'Intro' |
| AZ, Lunatic Mind | 1:18 |
2 | 'Uncut Raw' |
| Loose | 2:59 |
3 | 'Gimme Yours' |
| Pete Rock | 3:07 |
4 | 'Ho Happy Jackie' |
| Buckwild | 3:34 |
5 | 'Rather Unique' |
| Pete Rock | 4:49 |
6 | 'I Feel for You' |
| Amar Pep | 3:03 |
7 | 'Sugar Hill' |
| L.E.S. | 4:09 |
8 | 'Mo Money, Mo Murder' |
| DR Period | 6:32 |
9 | 'Doe or Die' |
| N.O. Joe | 4:40 |
10 | 'We Can't Win' |
| Amar Pep | 3:23 |
11 | 'Your World Don't Stop' |
| Spunk Biggs, Ski | 3:33 |
12 | 'Sugar Hill (Remix)' |
| L.E.S. | 4:18 |
Personnel[edit]
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Album singles[edit]
- 'Sugar Hill'
- Released: June 27, 1995
- B-side: 'Rather Unique'
- 'Gimme Yours (Remix)' [Non-album single]
- Released: December 5, 1995
- B-side: 'Uncut Raw'
- 'Doe Or Die'
- Released: April 2, 1996
- B-side: 'Mo Money, Mo Murder (Homicide)'
Charts[edit]
Chart (1995) | Peak position |
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US Billboard 200 | 15 |
US Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums | 1 |
Singles
Year | Song | Chart positions | ||||
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US Hot 100 | US R&B | US Rap | US Rhythm | US Dance Sales | ||
1995 | 'Gimme Yours' | 115 | 51 | 30 | -- | 21 |
'Sugar Hill' | 25 | 12 | 3 | 28 | 4 | |
'Doe or Die' | -- | 69 | 24 | -- | 28 |
Doe or Die: 15th Anniversary[edit]
A 15th anniversary edition of Doe or Die was released on November 30, 2010 by AZ's own Quiet Money Records. Doe or Die: 15th Anniversary features production from Frank Dukes, Dave Moss, Statik Selektah, Baby Paul, Lil' Fame from M.O.P., and Roctimus Prime.[14] The album also features vocals from R&B singer June Summers.[15] All the songs from the original Doe or Die are remixed with a new beat.[16]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^'Top 200 Albums'. Billboard. Retrieved 2017-07-10.
- ^'R&B/Hip-Hop Albums'. Billboard. Retrieved 2017-07-10.
- ^'Riaa - Gold & Platinum - Riaa.com'. Archived from the original on 2013-02-01.
- ^'AZ Interview'.
- ^'Doe or Die - AZ | Songs, Reviews, Credits | AllMusic'. AllMusic. Retrieved 2017-07-10.
- ^ abSwihart, Stanton. Review: Doe or Die. Allmusic. Retrieved on 2010-02-28.
- ^ abCoker, H., Cheo. Review: Doe or Die. Los Angeles Times. P. 67. November 5, 1995.
- ^ abS., Mr. Review: Doe or Die. Rapreviews.com. Retrieved on 2010-02-28.
- ^Review: Doe or DieArchived April 14, 2010, at the Wayback Machine. Rhapsody. Retrieved on 2010-02-28.
- ^McConico, Keith. Review: Doe or Die. Richmond Times : March 01, 1996.
- ^ abHoard, Christian. 'Review: Doe or Die. Rolling Stone: 31. November 2, 2004.
- ^Poluxoff, Nicholas. AZ 1995[permanent dead link]. The Source: December 1, 1995.
- ^ abHinds, Selwyn. Review: Doe or Die. Spin. Retrieved on 2010-02-28.
- ^'Archived copy'. Archived from the original on 2010-08-26. Retrieved 2011-09-10.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^'Archived copy'. Archived from the original on 2012-03-02. Retrieved 2012-02-14.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- ^'Archived copy'. Archived from the original on 2012-09-29. Retrieved 2011-09-10.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
External links[edit]
- Doe or Die at Discogs
Retrieved from 'https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Doe_or_Die&oldid=962679979'
First of all, I’d like to make a correction to something I said in a previous review. I stated that in my opinion, AZ’s “9 Livez” was his best album to date. I’d like to retract that statement, if I may. At the time I was enamored with the album, so I made a bold statement. Now, months removed, I have to say that I was wrong; while that album is still dope, it does not have the same replay value as AZ’s first project.
That said, let’s examine what exactly “Doe or Die” was all about. For starters, the album was one of the most anticipated (at least by underground heads) of 1995, based on AZ’s flawless appearance as the only guest on the legendary Illmatic. Expectations were high, and the fans were growing impatient. They needed to see if AZ could replicate the excellence he displayed on “Life’s a Bitch” for the duration of an entire album. The answer is well, yes and no.
The lead single “Sugar Hill” was perhaps a little more commercial sounding than heads were expecting, but was incredibly well received nonetheless. L.E.S.’s silky smooth beat, Miss Jones chorus, and AZ’s tight flows created one of the greatest summer time joints of all time, and it still puts a smile on my face every time I hear it. The single went gold, and it appeared that AZ was on his way to stardom.
But unfortunately, it wasn’t to be. The album dropped too long after the buzz for the single had died, sales were somewhat disappointing, and the album failed to spawn another hit. Still, let it be said, this album DOES deserve to be mentioned right alongside “Only Built 4 Cuban Linx”, “It Was Written”, and “Reasonable Doubt” for popularizing the Mafioso style fathered by Kool G. Rap. In fact, it dropped before two of those three albums did.
The album’s only flaw is that it’s at times inconsistent. The first real song “Uncut Raw” is done in by a lackluster, nondescript beat. The following joint, however, does not have the same problem. “Gimme Yours”, produced by Pete Rock, has a great laid back feel. Nas appears, singing the chorus, with an off key yet undeniably catchy appeal. AZ flips the multi-syllables he’s known for, spitting about stacking dollars and selling drugs. While the subject matter might be common place these days, back in 1995 living it up Scarface style was not the norm in 1995. Plus, AZ does it with so much style, it has not lost its edge even in 2002.
The excellent “Ho Happy Jackie” follows, with the beat provided by D.I.T.C. legend Buckwild. The beat is pure excellence, and AZ flows ridiculously over it, warning all men to watch out for the Ho Happy Jackies out there:
“Whoever thought of that sweet thing, born model material
That hated hot cereal would grow to be a high silly hoe
Really though, it’s a shame for this damn thang
Cuz everything’s brand name, when will she get enough of these damn games
Struttin with an unbuttoned blouse, like it ain’t nothin
Draggin her wagon, knowin fellas be flaggin and frontin
Hopin, by keepin gear, wear and hair dope some really big willie nigga would dig her and get open…
the hell with flyest, she slidin with the highest bidder”
That hated hot cereal would grow to be a high silly hoe
Really though, it’s a shame for this damn thang
Cuz everything’s brand name, when will she get enough of these damn games
Struttin with an unbuttoned blouse, like it ain’t nothin
Draggin her wagon, knowin fellas be flaggin and frontin
Hopin, by keepin gear, wear and hair dope some really big willie nigga would dig her and get open…
the hell with flyest, she slidin with the highest bidder”
To me, the best joint on the album is a toss up between Pete Rock-produced “Rather Unique” and D/R Period’s “Mo Money Mo Murder” which features Nas. The former features a vintage beat from one of hip hop’s greatest, and AZ drops some wizard like lyrics on the joint:
“Too hard to follow, you took a bite but couldn’t swallow
Your mind’s boggled, but I’m as deep as Donald Goines novels
My whole persona’s kinda laid back like a recliner
And since a minor, I been fuckin with marijuana”
Your mind’s boggled, but I’m as deep as Donald Goines novels
My whole persona’s kinda laid back like a recliner
And since a minor, I been fuckin with marijuana”
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The latter features production from D/R Period that is very close to perfection. Nas and AZ deliver the kind of track that makes them one of the most famed teams in hip hop history. Here’s one of Nas’s gems:
“So now you rollin with us, like co-defendants
No phony business, so know the difference
From supreme soloists, whose styles as ancient as Moses scriptures
It’s Latin Kings, black khufis, and white justice
Amongst us, crime invades the mind of youngsters
Where it’s pitch black, they can’t see you
Godfather 3, four left for dead in a cathedral”
No phony business, so know the difference
From supreme soloists, whose styles as ancient as Moses scriptures
It’s Latin Kings, black khufis, and white justice
Amongst us, crime invades the mind of youngsters
Where it’s pitch black, they can’t see you
Godfather 3, four left for dead in a cathedral”
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The smoothed out, funky title track and the conscious “Your World Don’t Stop” are also noteworthy. The inconsistency comes in the form of “I Feel For You”, “We Can’t Win” which is lyrically very on point but the beat is forgettable, and the unnecessary remix of “Sugar Hill” which is nowhere near as good as the original.
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Despite the shortcomings, the good tracks on this album are not just good, they are great! There are four that I would refer to as certified classics. The main problem with the album is that it COULD have been an all time classic ITSELF if executive production had been better and the beat selection had been a little more on point in several cases. But all in all, this album is a slept on gem that should be in every true head’s collection. Trust me, even if you didn’t like a single song on the rest of the album, “Gimme Yours”, “Ho Happy Jackie”, “Rather Unique”, “Sugar Hill”, “Mo Money Mo Murder” are songs that I PROMISE you will feel, and make the album worth the price of admission on their own. Instead of buying an album from the latest thug clone MC rhyming over recycled sounding beats, go pick this shit up instead; you’ll get all the gangsterism you need with a touch of class and style.