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Clipse: Lord Willin'

20 August 2002 · 25 YEARS

Lord Willin'

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Produced entirely by Pharrell and Chad Hugo, the record features skeletal, hypnotic rhythms that changed the sound of hip-hop. It remains a masterclass in tension, highlighting the brothers' unflinching street narratives.

This project elevated the coke-rap subgenre through lyrical sophistication and stripped-back production. The result is a sharp, efficient record that captures the specific energy of the early 2000s.

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