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Busta Rhymes

Busta Rhymes

East Coast hip-hop, hardcore hip-hop, progressive rap

United States

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Sound in a sentence: "Rhymes twist through dense rhythms and syncopated beats, creating an exhilarating push-and-pull that keeps energy levels high and listeners on their toes."
Busta Rhymes holds a pivotal place in hip-hop, not just for his distinctive voice and rapid-fire delivery but for his ability to blend theatricality with street authenticity. His influence extends beyond his impressive lyricism; he has reshaped the sound of East Coast hip-hop, injecting exuberance and a sense of celebration that redefined what it meant to be a hardcore rapper.
Busta Rhymes holds a pivotal place in hip-hop, not just for his distinctive voice and rapid-fire delivery but for his ability to blend theatricality with street authenticity. His influence extends beyond his impressive lyricism; he has reshaped the sound of East Coast hip-hop, injecting exuberance and a sense of celebration that redefined what it meant to be a hardcore rapper. By pushing the envelope on performance, he created an environment where hip-hop could embrace both bravado and vulnerability, inviting listeners into a world rich with complex emotions. His approach to music is marked by an unrelenting energy and a playful experimentation with rhythm and tempo. Busta often collaborates with a diverse range of producers, which allows him to craft tracks filled with intricate beats and striking samples. This innovation manifests in his dynamic song structures, where unexpected shifts keep the listener engaged and create a visceral experience that feels alive and unpredictable. Lyrically, Busta Rhymes frequently explores themes of resilience, celebration, and cultural identity, weaving vivid narratives that oscillate between humor and seriousness. His storytelling style combines streetwise observations with larger-than-life imagery, often employing irony and sincerity to draw listeners into his world. The result is a voice that feels both familiar and larger than life, engaging audiences through its raw authenticity.

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Discography

49 releases • 15 studio • 1995–2021
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Singles ()

Where I Belong

Where I Belong

2021

Look over Your Shoulder

Look over Your Shoulder

2020

I Got You

I Got You

2020

Twerk It

Twerk It

2013

Thank You

Thank You

2013

The Woman You Love

The Woman You Love

2011

Worldwide Choppers

Worldwide Choppers

2011

C'mon

C'mon

2011

Respect My Conglomerate

Respect My Conglomerate

2009

Hustler's Anthem '09

Hustler's Anthem '09

2009

Rotate

Rotate

2009

Arab Money

Arab Money

2008

We Made It

We Made It

2008

Don't Touch Me (Throw da Water on 'Em)

Don't Touch Me (Throw da Water on 'Em)

2008

Run the Show

Run the Show

2008

Hurt

Hurt

2007

I Love My Bitch

I Love My Bitch

2006

New York Shit

New York Shit

2006

In the Ghetto

In the Ghetto

2006

Touch It

Touch It

2005

Don't Cha

Don't Cha

2005

I Know What You Want

I Know What You Want

2003

Fire (Yes, Yes Y'all)

Fire (Yes, Yes Y'all)

2003

Make It Clap

Make It Clap

2002

Break Ya Neck

Break Ya Neck

2001

Get Out!!

Get Out!!

2000

What's It Gonna Be?!

What's It Gonna Be?!

1999

Gimme Some More

Gimme Some More

1998

Turn It Up (Remix)/Fire It Up

Turn It Up (Remix)/Fire It Up

1998

Hit 'Em High (The Monstars' Anthem)

Hit 'Em High (The Monstars' Anthem)

1997

Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See

Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See

1997

It's a Party

It's a Party

1996

Woo-Hah!! Got You All in Check

Woo-Hah!! Got You All in Check

1995

Remedy

Remedy

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