Regarded by many as one of the greatest MCs of all time, Rakim Allah (born William Michael Griffin Jr.) revolutionized hip-hop with his innovative flow and profound lyrics. As a founding member of Eric B. & Rakim, he helped define the sound of 1980s New York City rap.
Rakim's debut album, Paid in Full, released in 1987, is widely considered a classic. His intricate rhyme schemes, coupled with his distinctive delivery and poetic wordplay, set him apart from other rappers of the era. Tracks like "Microphone Fiend" and "Lyrics of Fury" showcased his storytelling ability and verbal dexterity.
In addition to his impressive solo career, Rakim has collaborated with a variety of artists, including Kanye West, Snoop Dogg, and DJ Premier. His influence can be heard in the work of numerous rappers, from Nas to Jay-Z, who have cited him as an inspiration. Despite facing personal and professional challenges throughout his career, Rakim remains an iconic figure in hip-hop, celebrated for his contributions to the genre's evolution and continued relevance today.
Disclosure: Our goal is to feature items and services that we think you’ll find interesting and useful related to Music & Music Memorabilia. For certain products and links from this site, we may get a small share of the revenue from the sale from our commerce partners. The actual product won't cost you any more, revenue is generated through advertising of the products and services on this site. When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
£
–
£
46 matching listings
Explore by type
Use these quick filters to narrow the listings below.
Best Rakim Vinyl Finds
Explore Rakim vinyl records, collectible pressings, albums, singles and special editions from eBay sellers.
Disclosure: Our goal is to feature items and services that we think you’ll find interesting and useful related to Music & Music Memorabilia. For certain products and links from this site, we may get a small share of the revenue from the sale from our commerce partners. The actual product won't cost you any more, revenue is generated through advertising of the products and services on this site. When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
![Eric B & Rakim - Don't Sweat The Technique [New Vinyl LP]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/4334772/thumb_Main_4334772_6a3e270dcf11f.jpg)
![Rakim - G.o.ds Network - Reb7rth [VINYL]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/4417304/thumb_Main_4417304_6a77429addd84.jpg)
![Eric B. & Rakim - Paid In Full [VINYL]](https://www.music-collectors-world.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/awesome-eBay-item-images/4412437/thumb_Main_4412437_6a744c8270123.jpg)
