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1. AZ – Uncut Raw 0:00
2. AZ – The Come Up 2:44
3. AZ – Pieces Of A (Black) Man 6:25
4. AZ – I Am the Truth 10:08
5. AZ – Rather Unique 14:04
6. AZ & Little Brother – Rise and Fall 18:39
7. AZ – Animal 22:46
8. AZ & Fresh – Make Me 26:32
9. AZ – I’m Known 29:36
10. Cormega – Mars (feat. AZ, Reman & Styles P) 31:47
11. AZ – Good For Nothin 34:59
12. AZ – Now I Know 38:29
13. AZ & Styles P & Large Professor – The Hardest 41:38
14. AZ – Royal Salute 45:09
15. Planet Asia – Fast Not Slow (feat. AZ) 47:27
Anthony Cruz (born March 9, 1972), better known by his stage name AZ, is an American rapper from East New York, Brooklyn, New York. He is known for being a longtime and frequent music partner of East Coast rapper Nas and also a member of hip hop group The Firm alongside Nas, Foxy Brown, Cormega and Nature. In a countdown of the 10 Most Underappreciated Rappers—Most Underrated Rappers of All Time, the editors of About.com listed AZ as #1 on the list. He was also included on About.com’s list of the Top 50 MCs of Our Time (1987–2007), where he was described as “arguably the most underrated lyricist ever.”
AZ first became known by appearing on Nas’s landmark 1994 album Illmatic on the song “Life’s A Bitch”, as well as featuring vocals on the opening track “The Genesis”. AZ signed with EMI, and soon released his debut album Doe or Die in 1995 to critical acclaim. The album’s lead single “Sugar Hill” became AZ’s major commercial success as a solo artist, reaching #25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and achieving Gold status. AZ’s EMI contract was transferred to sister label Noo Trybe Records and Virgin Records when the EMI Label Group was shut down.
In 1997 AZ joined the group The Firm with Nas, Nature and Foxy Brown and released their only album as a group The Album. In 1998 AZ released his second solo album, Pieces of a Man. The album fared well but did not chart quite as well as his debut and did not feature a crossover single like “Sugar Hill”.
1. AZ – Uncut Raw 0:00 2. AZ – The Come Up 2:44 3. AZ – Pieces Of A (Black) Man 6:25 4. AZ – I Am the Truth 10:08 5. AZ – Rather Unique 14:04 6. AZ & Little Brother – Rise and Fall 18:39 7. AZ – Animal 22:46 8. AZ & Fresh – Make Me 26:32 9. AZ – I'm Known 29:36 10. Cormega – Mars (feat. AZ, Reman & Styles P) 31:47 11. AZ – Good For Nothin 34:59 12. AZ – Now I Know 38:29 13. AZ & Styles P & Large Professor – The Hardest 41:38 14. AZ – Royal Salute 45:09 15. Planet Asia – Fast Not Slow (feat. AZ) 47:27
Anyone know the name of this AZ track, there was a female on the hook saying, "Hey AZ, How you doing, I miss you. or something like that" was from like 94-96
Az was always one of my favorite artists, when people were bumping mainstream rappers, i was bumpin this and it felt special like i knew about something no one else did
Great I do remember when I got it AZ Cd album from second hand shop. . That was amazing moment question?marks in mine mind just feelings like it was yesterday the day before tomorrow of the next day the day after tomorrow I could't get it what was it but was Great
I have a list of MC's I respect/like the most. 2pac, Nas, Ice Cube, Biggie, 38 Spesh, Kool G Rap. On TOP of my list recides this man, AZ has this uncanny ability to flow fluid but still sound grimy. He also is a down to earth person, I don't like artists "with their head in the stars". Just keep it real and respect the culture of this real Rap/Hip Hop and the craft will shine best. Ooh, I forgot about Eminem. No I actually didn't. He is not on my list because I see him in a different lane, different status. My initials are Eminem too, but he will always be my Rap God. "Zeus this and the game don't stop." Masu Rize
I'm from the south always loved my brother's the gods new York were hip hop begin to all you dummies the crown goes to the new York never ignorant getting goals accomplish you idiots
1. AZ – Uncut Raw 0:00
2. AZ – The Come Up 2:44
3. AZ – Pieces Of A (Black) Man 6:25
4. AZ – I Am the Truth 10:08
5. AZ – Rather Unique 14:04
6. AZ & Little Brother – Rise and Fall 18:39
7. AZ – Animal 22:46
8. AZ & Fresh – Make Me 26:32
9. AZ – I'm Known 29:36
10. Cormega – Mars (feat. AZ, Reman & Styles P) 31:47
11. AZ – Good For Nothin 34:59
12. AZ – Now I Know 38:29
13. AZ & Styles P & Large Professor – The Hardest 41:38
14. AZ – Royal Salute 45:09
15. Planet Asia – Fast Not Slow (feat. AZ) 47:27
Gee up! Get at it.
Is hip hop dead? I dont beleave that…Respect!!
Anyone know the name of this AZ track, there was a female on the hook saying, "Hey AZ, How you doing, I miss you. or something like that" was from like 94-96
AZ way better than Jay
Yesss! D O P E !! My Favorite Mix On Your Amazing Channel. 1000 Thx & Maximum Respect!!
Beautiful mixtape
Peace to the rockness Monstah
Just let NYC make all the HIP HOP
10:13 IS STRAIGHT HIP HOP MAGIC
Az was always one of my favorite artists, when people were bumping mainstream rappers, i was bumpin this and it felt special like i knew about something no one else did
Illest uncut and raw as ever.
Love it AZ the Truth
The hardest
SPITTIN VENOM AT HOVE!!!
Yo im out herre in Kali grew up in crooklyn son n you taking me to medina AZ og dope NY shit props
Son new digital mixtape game u nice kid!!!!
Gun hill ,raised by the bx i know az we grew up together,yeah one time its yours…
I start listening to A-Z in high school true tribute to one of the best Rappers i know. Except Tupac.
Nas and AZ, Masta Ace and Edo G, EV and Slug , are like Mos Def and Talib Kweli… Perfect match
If you wondering the albums called Doe or Die
Underrated
Most underated, I used to not like him 20yrs ago but now I do! He makes good food, for the thought! I've lived enough to know!
Word up A yo ya lyrics is life dun every word is relatable n most of em I experienced an heard about so please keep doing ya thing Black Man
Heat, thank you big bro …….AZ…. y'all give it up for a real MC. No sell out.
Great I do remember when I got it AZ Cd album from second hand shop. .
That was amazing moment question?marks in mine mind just feelings like it was yesterday the day before tomorrow of the next day the day after tomorrow I could't get it what was it but was Great
AZ been saluted since 1.He remains with that soul
other than Cormega most underrated cat
The production is sick
Legend Top Hustler !!!!!
Peace fam. Great work. Peace
Raw Uncut=coldest verse ever bar none…AZ= G.O.A.T. straight underrated. Realest who ever told it
I have a list of MC's I respect/like the most. 2pac, Nas, Ice Cube, Biggie, 38 Spesh, Kool G Rap. On TOP of my list recides this man, AZ has this uncanny ability to flow fluid but still sound grimy. He also is a down to earth person, I don't like artists "with their head in the stars". Just keep it real and respect the culture of this real Rap/Hip Hop and the craft will shine best. Ooh, I forgot about Eminem. No I actually didn't. He is not on my list because I see him in a different lane, different status. My initials are Eminem too, but he will always be my Rap God. "Zeus this and the game don't stop." Masu Rize
I'm from the south always loved my brother's the gods new York were hip hop begin to all you dummies the crown goes to the new York never ignorant getting goals accomplish you idiots
A -z best rapper don
AZ the Visualizer! real hip hop.