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| Released | November 4, 1997 | |||
| Genre | Hip hop | |||
| Length | 54:10 | |||
| Label | Universal | |||
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The 18th Letter is the debut solo album of American emcee Rakim, released November 4, 1997, on Universal Records in the United States. The album features production by DJ Clark Kent, Pete Rock, Father Shaheed, Nick Wiz and DJ Premier.[1] It contains lyrical themes that concern hip hop's golden age, Rakim's rapping prowess, and the state of hip hop.[2]
- ^ Gaillard, Mazi (December 1, 1997). "CD Review 36 - Juice Magazine". Juice Magazine.
- ^ Diers, James (December 24, 1997). "Rakim: The 18th Letter, page 1 - Music - City Pages". City Pages. Archived from the original on August 1, 2008. Retrieved August 21, 2009.