Ryde or Die Vol. 1 is a compilation album from American hip-hop record label Ruff Ryders Entertainment, released on April 27, 1999. Track listing edit Title. Dec 25, 2017 Ruff Ryders Vol. 2-Ruff Ryders Amazon.com. The Ruff Ryders camp is at it again. After Eve and Drag-On's solo projects, the crew is hitting heads with their second group LP, a sequel to Ryde or Die, Vol. Ryde or Die, Vol. 2 is a Swizz Beatz-produced compilation that sounds a lot like video games. Whereas the crew's first LP featured DMX.
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Expanding their reach beyond their East Coast locale, the collective features a number of rappers from the South on their third volume along with an array of new producers. Songs such as 'Some South Shit' (featuring, and ) and 'They Ain't Ready' (featuring alongside over a production) will probably surprise those accustomed to preceding releases, which tend to feature exclusively East Coast artists. These songs are deliberate attempts to appeal to the growing legions of listeners championing the Dirty South movement. Elsewhere, 'Eastside Ryders' features alongside, functioning as the album's West Coast track. Besides these West- and South Coast-targeting tracks, the remaining songs are what you've come to expect from the camp. Offers one of her best moments yet on 'U, Me & She,' one of the album's singles, produced by collaborator.
There's also the obligatory track, 'Friend of Mine,' and several songs featuring members of. Furthermore, there are several new producers on this volume in addition to staple producers and These newcomers remain consistent with the trademark synth-heavy sound but do bring a fresh approach to the album that was somewhat missing on the preceding volume. Chances are, if you enjoyed the previous volumes - or if you simply enjoy the sound of commercial rap circa 2001 - you'll find much to savor here.
There's enough variety here to offer something for everyone, even if that means no one will enjoy everything.
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