Let the Rhythm Hit 'Em

Let the Rhythm Hit ’Em is the third album by rap duo Eric B. & Rakim, released on May 22, 1990. The group's sound develops further, with Rakim adopting a deeper, more aggressive tone of voice, and more mature and serious subject matter. Musically, the production ranges from smoother soulful tracks such as "In the Ghetto" to the hard-edged assault of the title track "Let the Rhythm Hit ’Em." In 1998, the album was selected as one of The Source's 100 Best Rap Albums.

Let the Rhythm Hit 'Em

Let the Rhythm Hit ’Em is the third album by rap duo Eric B. & Rakim, released on May 22, 1990. The group's sound develops further, with Rakim adopting a deeper, more aggressive tone of voice, and more mature and serious subject matter. Musically, the production ranges from smoother soulful tracks such as "In the Ghetto" to the hard-edged assault of the title track "Let the Rhythm Hit ’Em." In 1998, the album was selected as one of The Source's 100 Best Rap Albums.