Throughout “The Score,” Hill’s influence is evident on every track she touches, exuding her soulful vibes. If you look at hip hop from its introduction to the 2010s, you’ll see few co-ed groups and even fewer with a female lead artist. Gender separates “The Score” from other rap albums of the ‘90s and today. Then there’s Michel, who stands out as the grittiest voice of the three and appears last on most tracks. She is witty, imaginative, inspirational and versatile while Jean acts as more of the story-telling artist of the group, providing great adlibs throughout the album. The famed Hill, perhaps one of the greatest rappers of all times, is a lyrical genius. What’s so special and evident in “The Score” is the versatility of each member, who each have their own flow. That atmosphere is evident in the music and a reason why I feel the album became a classic. The group described its recording process for the record as relaxed and organic.
It’s remarkable that a group as young as the Fugees could make a masterpiece so early on in its lives and careers. Lauryn Hill was only 21 years old when she sang the lyrics that continue to echo 20 years later. While revisiting the Fugees, I was shocked to learn that the members were mostly in their early 20s when “The Score” was released. The song is beautifully crafted by each member of the group with the touch of producer Jerry “Wonder” Duplessis.
A good example of their illustrative lyrics is the hook in “Killing Me Softly,” when Lauryn Hill sings, “Strumming my pain with his fingers/Singing my life with his words/Killing me softly with his song.” Hill takes the listener to a place where she feels pain, both physically and mentally. The Fugees are masters of descriptions, painting scenarios inside the listeners’ heads. Twenty years later, it should still be revered.įrom my first listen, I was amazed at how soulful and genuine the music felt. With their first album “Blunted On Reality” being highly underrated, the Fugees hit the right mark with “The Score” and became one of the most celebrated hip hop groups of the 1990s. couldnt find him anywere else than here.This February marked the 20th anniversary of the Fugees’ best rap album win at the 1996 Grammy Awards with their second and final album, “The Score.” Comprised of Wyclef Jean, Pras Michel and Lauryn Hill, this dynamic trio delivered fans one of the greatest hip hop albums of all times. So, thank you so much <3 Comment by Patrick Barthel Thanks so much for uploading this here bruh, biG ups, I have this on CD but couldnt find it on youtube bc it was mostly blocked in my countryyyy, rip. BIG THANKS !!! Comment by h i n d s i g h t Great,soo happy to hear this again💯👏🏾 Comment by Barbato Beatsīig up. Thank you,Miamii!!!! Comment by Bernard Cofie Old good classic ☺️ Comment by Bernard Cofie one of the best albums ever! Comment by Maggic Rome Mask my favorite <3 Comment by FleatheDRWĬlassic. Hired now I'm fired sober now I'm wired Comment by elijah gelinasĮverybody wear the mask but how long would it last? Comment by Pakalolo Epi Tet Genre mamiiii!!!! Comment by Peter Rorrison
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