Mobb Deep - Infamy

Solid Material From M-O-B-B (Rating: 7 out of 10- -3.5 stars)

Not sure what was going on with Mobb Deep at the time when this came out. Around this time this album came out, I was 16 and was basically loving everything that they were putting out, since I got into them with Prodigy's "H.N.I.C.". Especially with the whole ordeal with Jay-Z who took a few shots at them (i.e. "Takeover") I couldn't wait for them to respond.

Back when I was a teenager, I thought this was an excellent album, but when I listen to it today, I just see it as very good. If I recall correctly, the lead single was "Burn" featuring Big Noyd (BET might have played the video a total of two times), in which I thought the song was dope as hell. Their second single was more radio/pop friendly with "Hey Luv (Anything)" featuring 112 that was okay to be honest. Another great song was "Clap" where Havoc comes off stronger than ever. Infact he outshines Prodigy in a lot of the songs like on "My Gats Spitting" and "Get Away". Prodigy does come correct on some songs, but don't expect him to blow you out like he was on "The Infamous" or "Hell on Earth". He does drop a few dope verses, like on "Get At Me" and on "There I Go Again" as well as "I Won't Fall". But there were some that you expected more from him, like "Crawlin'" where he drops some weak lines dissing (if you want to call it that) Jay-Z.

Other inferior moments on this album include the song "Bounce" and "Live Foul" where both Havoc and Prodigy sound weak, making those songs skip material.

Overall, Havoc and Prodigy drop a very good LP back in late '01. It could have been better, but it's still good. You have some strong moments that outweigh the weak ones. If I were to review this 4 years ago, I would have given this a higher score. If you're a fan of Mobb Deep, this should be in your collection. Peace!

Lyrics: B+
Production: B
Guest Appearances: B
Musical Vibes: B

Top 5 Favorite Tracks:
1. Burn (featuring Noyd and Vita)
2. I Won't Fall
3. Clap
4. Get At Me
5. My Gats Spittin' (featuring The Infamous Mobb)

Favorite Mobb Deep Albums that I own (best to worst)
1. The Infamous
2. Hell on Earth
3. Murda Muzik
4. H.N.I.C.
5. Amerikaz Nightmare
6. Infamy
7. Mobb Deep, Free Agents: The Murda Mix Tape
8. Blood Money

Haven't heard: (amazon wouldn't let me link all their albums)
Juvenile Hell
The Infamous Archives May 28, 2007

Havoc featuring Prodigy

Before I start this review, I'll say one thing that is apparent: Havoc FLOORS Prodigy on every other song. It's not that Prodigy's rhymes were terrible, it's just tha Havoc stole the show most of the time. So much so that you even forget that Prodigy is on some of these tracks. Clap is a fine example of this. This album has some dope cuts on it but dont expect Prodigy to come out of the gate spittin flames like he did on The Infamous and Hell On Earth. The Learning(Burn)(feat Big Noyd and Vita) was a hot first single. Get Away was a nice third single. My Gat's Spitting has Infamous Mobb joining in on the track. Prodigy takes shots back at Jigga on Crawlin. Nothing Like Home(feat friend turned foe Littles) is tight and the bonus track So Long is hot too. There are songs that stop this LP from being a classic Mobb Deep album. Handcuffs sounds utterly ridiculous. Lil Mo doesnt sound good paired up with Mobb Deep and Pray For Me is proof. Live Foul is corny and I hated Hey Luv(Anything) feat 112 since day one. Not because Mobb Deep was doing a chick record but because it sounds forced and awkward. Other than that this album is a good release. Bottom Line: Mobb Deep's Infamy is the last great album they've made. The production is intact and even though Havoc stole the show on most of the album, Prodigy had his moments(So Long, I Wont Fall and Get At Me) too. Standouts: GET AWAY, CLAP, KILL THAT N****, MY, GAT'S SPITTING, THE LEARNING(BURN), GET AT ME, CRAWLIN, NOTHING LIKE HOME and SO LONG. September 7, 2006

the textbook for thugs

i think this is a great cd to listen and ride to. it has great beats and serious flow! i love prodigy and havoc. buy this cd if you love non commercial rap! every last song is great! January 24, 2006

THEREALNESS...YOU SOUND GARBAGE!

MOBB DEEP IS THE ALL TIME KINGS OF THUG!BUY THIS ALBUM,IF NOT BUY SOME ONE ARE SOME BODY THATS FAKE! November 6, 2005

Infamy Was Disgrace

I Love Mobb Deep But This Cd Made Me Kind of Mad I Say If you Want It Maybe Get It Another Way Then Paying more than 10.00 For It

My Favorite Songs On Cd

1.Nothing Like Home
2.Burn
3.# 10 I Forgot The Name Of It September 18, 2005

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