The Whole Delivery

The Whole Album: Some strongly feel that "The College Dropout" is not only undeserving of a classic and think that it is not Kanye West's best album as well as consider him a mediocre lyricist (at least back in 2004). I just disagree with these sentiments and will give you the myriad of reasons why it is a timeless treasure, even with "Breathe In and Breathe Out" taking away from a perfect album. The reason why I said that last sentence is because normally a classic in my mind is a perfect album all the way through. Barely any flaws with little or no mistakes, with "Illmatic" (which will have its 20 year anniversary soon this spring) being one of a hand fill of examples, is the criteria required to truly be an all-time class album in music and especially in the intricate game of rap. However, with the other 20 of 21 tracks (compared to just 10 on an album like "Illmatic" or 14 on "Reasonable Doubt") being superb and ...

Ten years ago today we finally released what had been my life's work up to that point: The College Dropout. — KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014 I say "finally" because it was a long road, a constant struggle, and a true labor of love — KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014 to not only convince my peers and the public that I could be an artist, but to actually get that art out for the world to hear. — KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014 I am extremely grateful to each and every person along that road who helped, lent an ear, lent their voice, — KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014 I am extremely grateful to each and every person along that road who helped, lent an ear, lent their voice, — KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014 Ten years later I am still the same kid from Chicago, still dreaming out loud, still banging on the door. — KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) February 10, 2014 The doors may be heavier, but I promise ...

In celebration of the 10 year anniversary of one of the best albums ever in my mind, The College Dropout, it will be a "Flashback Friday" tribute to some of the singles that made Kanye's first release a treasured classic. It's the magical "Two Words" with Mos Def & even Freeway himself staying on beat with disclipine, and the Harlem Boys Choir adding that sensational, icing on the cake to make this such a wonderful gem. And of course, the magical Chicago video had to be directed by the legendary duo of Coodie and Chike with Kanye's vision. Enjoy this special track from ten years ago. (Just look at who was in the video, include Dave Chapelle. It just doesn't get more wonderful than this).