25 Best Rakim Songs

When Eric B. and Rakim’s “Eric B. Is President” and “My Melody” debuted in 1986, Ra’s internal-rhyme style and metaphysical flow forever changed the rhyme paradigm of hip hop music. In celebration of the legend’s contribution to the future of the genre, here’s a look at the G.O.D. MC’s 25 best songs.

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