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La Bella Mafia

Lil' Kim · 2003

65 min · 16 tracks · contemporary R&B ยท gangsta rap ยท hardcore hip-hop

A bold and unapologetic fusion of fierce lyricism and glamorous production that defines Lil' Kim's reign in hip-hop.

La Bella Mafia is an album by Lil' Kim, released in 2003. A bold and unapologetic fusion of fierce lyricism and glamorous production that defines Lil' Kim's reign in hip-hop. The album debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and has been certified platinum by the RIAA, marking a significant commercial achievement. Its provocative themes and bold lyrics influenced the representation of women in rap, setting a precedent for future female artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does La Bella Mafia sound like?

A bold and unapologetic fusion of fierce lyricism and glamorous production that defines Lil' Kim's reign in hip-hop. Rooted in contemporary R&B and gangsta rap.

What makes La Bella Mafia by Lil' Kim notable?

The album debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and has been certified platinum by the RIAA, marking a significant commercial achievement. Its provocative themes and bold lyrics influenced the representation of women in rap, setting a precedent for future female artists in the genre. La Bella Mafia is Lil' Kim's third studio album, released in 2003 during her rise as a dominant female figure in hip-hop. Following the commercial success of her previous albums, this record solidified her status after the infamous feud with rival artists and controversies surrounding her persona.

How many songs are on La Bella Mafia?

La Bella Mafia has 16 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·65:40

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro 1:25
  • 2 Hold It Now 5:25
  • 3 Doing It Way Big 4:00
  • 4 Can't Fuck with Queen Bee 4:58
  • 5 Hollyhood (skit) 0:51
  • 6 Shake Ya Bum Bum 3:18
  • 7 This is Who I Am 3:16
  • 8 The Jump Off Standout 3:54
  • 9 This Is a Warning 3:42
  • 10 (When Kim Say) Can You Hear Me Now? Standout 3:12
  • 11 Thug Luv 4:12
  • 12 Magic Stick Standout 5:59
  • 13 Get in Touch with Us 3:47
  • 14 Heavenly Father 5:07
  • 15 Tha Beehive 8:07
  • 16 Came Back for You 4:20

Release Date

March 4, 2003

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

65 min 40 sec