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"College Dropout" for sure as it is probably the most successful "Backpacker" LP since Fugees "The Score". Sure neither KanYe nor 50 Cent brought anything new to the table as they both used formulas that other artist made successful. Biggie and Jay Z mastered the Commercial/Street Formula 50 used on "Get Rich". And Tribe, Fugees and many others were able to cross over with conscious rhymes before KanYe. But "College Dropout" though it sold less has had more of a lasting Impact. It influenced a whole new generation of rappers that are popping up now and having success (Kudi and Drake). 50's album is one of New York's Biggest and Most Successful but it really hasn't had a strong influence. It didn't spring up a whole new era of Hard/Gangsta's rappers or rap. DMX's debut had more impact than "Get Rich" on the Hip Hop scene as far as influence as it made everyone want to spit hard again. There's no doubt that both LP's are Classics but I'd give the nod to KanYe cause again "Dropout" influence is still being felt till this day. In my opinion it may have been Hip Hop's last true certified Classic but don't get it twisted, 50 did drop a bomb on the game. "Get Rich" joints other NYC Impact Classics like "Life After Death", "It's Hot and Hell is Hot" and "Hard Knock Life" for being a NYC Emcee that dominated the charts and game.
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