N.W.A. - Straight Outta Compton
Released in 1988, Straight Outta Compton is the groundbreaking debut album from hip-hop group N.W.A. and a cornerstone of gangsta rap. With Ice Cube, Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, MC Ren, and DJ Yella at the forefront, the record delivered raw, unapologetic depictions of life in South Central Los Angeles. Tracks like the title song Straight Outta Compton, Gangsta Gangsta, and the incendiary F** tha Police* shocked mainstream audiences with their confrontational portrayal of police brutality, systemic racism, and street realities. Musically, it fused aggressive beats and funk-driven samples with anthemic hooks, establishing a blueprint for West Coast rap. Controversial yet influential, the album faced censorship and even FBI scrutiny, but its cultural impact was immense, cementing N.W.A. as voices of urban resistance and changing hip-hop forever.
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PICK-UP & RETURNS
PICK UP: We only offer pick-up in store services during our regular operating hours. Due to space limitations, we can only hold on to your order for a maximum of 30 days. Orders that are not picked up during this window will be restocked and you'll receive a partial refund as store credit, valid for 30 days. No cash or card refunds will be given for unclaimed orders.
RETURNS: We accept returns within 30 days of purchase. All records must be returned sealed and complete (no missing discs or inserts, babe). Approved returns will be issued as in-store credit only, and that credit will also be valid for 30 days.
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