Rakim The 18th Letter 2LP 1997 US Universal U2-53113 Hip Hop Conscious Stereo VG
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Artist/Album: Rakim – The 18th Letter Format: 2 × Vinyl LP, Stereo Country/Year: US, 1997 Catalog ID: Universal U2‑53113 Genre/Style: Hip Hop / Conscious

Condition:

  • Record: G+ to VG — play‑tested, no skips. Some surface noise and pops on certain tracks, visible surface marks.

  • Jacket: VG — moderate edge/corner wear, artwork intact.

  • Inner Sleeves: Generic replacements included.

Highlights:

  • Features The 18th Letter (Always & Forever), It’s Been A Long Time (DJ Premier), The Saga Begins (Pete Rock), Guess Who’s Back, New York (Ya’ Out There), The Mystery (Who Is God?), and remixes including It’s Been A Long Time (Suave House Remix).

  • Production credits include DJ Premier, Pete Rock, DJ Clark Kent, Nick Wiz, and Naughty Shorts.

  • Samples from Eric B. & Rakim classics (I Know You Got Soul, Eric B. Is President, My Melody), Public Enemy (Bring The Noise), James Brown, Mary J. Blige, and more.

  • Double LP mastered at Frankford/Wayne Mastering Labs, pressed with U2‑53113 A/B/C/D runouts.

Collector Appeal: Rakim’s 1997 solo debut is a cornerstone of conscious hip hop, blending elite production with his trademark lyrical depth. This U.S. Universal pressing offers authentic late‑’90s appeal. With play‑tested G+ to VG vinyl (no skips, some noise/pops), VG jacket, and generic inner sleeves, it remains a strong collectible for serious hip hop vinyl enthusiasts.


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