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List Of Number-one Rap Albums Of 2005 (U.S.)
This page lists the albums that reached number one on the ''Billboard'' Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and Top Rap Albums charts in 2005. The Rap Albums chart partially serves as a distillation of rap-specific titles from the overall R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. Chart history See also *2005 in music * 2005 in hip hop music * List of number-one R&B singles of 2005 (U.S.) *List of Billboard 200 number-one albums of 2005 References {{DEFAULTSORT:List of number-one RandB Hip-Hop albums of 2005 (U.S.) 2005 2005 File:2005 Events Collage V2.png, From top left, clockwise: Hurricane Katrina in the Gulf of Mexico; the Funeral of Pope John Paul II is held in Vatican City; "Me at the zoo", the first video ever to be uploaded to YouTube; Eris was discovered in ... United States RandB Hip Hop Albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Billboard (magazine)
''Billboard'' (stylized as ''billboard'') is an American music and entertainment magazine published weekly by Penske Media Corporation. The magazine provides music charts, news, video, opinion, reviews, events, and style related to the music industry. Its music charts include the Hot 100, the 200, and the Global 200, tracking the most popular albums and songs in different genres of music. It also hosts events, owns a publishing firm, and operates several TV shows. ''Billboard'' was founded in 1894 by William Donaldson and James Hennegan as a trade publication for bill posters. Donaldson later acquired Hennegan's interest in 1900 for $500. In the early years of the 20th century, it covered the entertainment industry, such as circuses, fairs, and burlesque shows, and also created a mail service for travelling entertainers. ''Billboard'' began focusing more on the music industry as the jukebox, phonograph, and radio became commonplace. Many topics it covered were spun-off ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
50 Cent
Curtis James Jackson III (born July 6, 1975), known professionally as 50 Cent, is an American rapper, actor, and businessman. Born in the South Jamaica neighborhood of Queens, Jackson began pursuing a musical career in 2000, when he produced ''Power of the Dollar'' for Columbia Records; however, days before the planned release, he was shot, and the album was never released. In 2002, after 50 Cent released the mixtape ''Guess Who's Back?'' he was discovered by Eminem and signed to Shady Records, under the aegis of Dr. Dre's Aftermath Entertainment and Interscope Records. His first major-label album ''Get Rich or Die Tryin''' (2003), was a huge commercial success. The album spawned the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 number one singles "In da Club" and " 21 Questions", and was certified 9× Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). That same year, he founded G-Unit Records, signing his G-Unit associates Young Buck, Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo; prior to becoming the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
534 (album)
''534'' is the fourth studio album by rapper Memphis Bleek. It was released by Get Low Records, Roc-A-Fella Records, and Def Jam Recordings on May 17, 2005. The album contains 14 songs, including the hit single "Like That" produced by Swizz Beatz. A single by Bleek's mentor and childhood friend Jay-Z entitled "Dear Summer" was produced by Just Blaze. Other guests include Young Gunz, M.O.P., and the first ever appearance from Rihanna. The title is a reference to the address of Marcy Houses, 534 Flushing Ave., where Bleek and Jay-Z grew up. Track listing Samples "534" * "London, Paris, New York" by , courtesy of KPM Music "Interlude" * "Summer Song" Performed by Lisa Koch "Dear Summer" * "Morning Sunrise" performed by Weldon Irvine "Like That" * "Everybody Plays The Fool" by The Main Ingredient * "Loves Me Like A Rock" by The Dixie Hummingbirds "The One" * "I Can't Breakaway" by Natalie Cole "First, Last And Only" * "Never Know What You Can Do (Give It A Try)" by Lee Hutson ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kem (singer)
Kim Owens (born July 23, 1969), better known by his stage name Kem, is an American Contemporary R&B, R&B/soul music, Soul Singing, singer–songwriter and record producer, producer. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, Kem was raised near Detroit, Michigan.Kem Billboards Career Kem wrote, produced, and financed his self-released debut album, ''Kemistry (album), Kemistry'', with his American Express card and by singing top 40 cover tunes in a wedding band and waiting tables. He was signed by Motown Records in November 2001, which re-released the album on February 25, 2003. It sold more than 500,000 copies nationwide and was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America, RIAA. The album's only official single is "Love Calls (song), Love Calls". His second album, ''Album II (Kem album), Album II'', was released ...[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Album II (Kem Album)
''Album II'' is the second studio album American singer Kem. It was released by Motown Records on May 17, 2005, in the United States. The album debuted at number five on the US ''Billboard'' 200 with first-weeks sales of 140,000 copies, also topping the US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums. In 2014, it was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). ''Album II '' spawned the single "I Can't Stop Loving You" which became a hit on adult contemporary R&B radio stations, reaching number 20 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. Critical reception Andy Kellman, writing for Allmusic, found that Kem's "kind of R&B is kicked-back with sparse arrangements made elegantly rich with starlit keyboards, subtle guitar flicks, and feminine vocals. Understated but assured, his vocals exhibit a lot of range despite almost always remaining at the volume of a bedroom whisper. So he's really out place in the early 2000s, not stylistically disparate from what you'd hear late at night on a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bobby Valentino (American Singer)
Bobby Marcel Wilson (born February 27, 1980), better known by his stage name Bobby V (also known as Bobby Valentino), is an American R&B singer. He was first a member of the R&B group Mista in 1994, before signing to rapper Ludacris through his label imprint, Disturbing tha Peace under Def Jam Recordings in 2005. Bobby V's first single as a solo artist, "Slow Down", released in February 2005, peaked at number 8 on ''Billboard''s Hot 100 chart. The single was certified gold by the RIAA and became the lead single for his eponymous debut album (2005)—which peaked at number 3 on the ''Billboard'' 200 and had a follow up single, " Tell Me" (featuring Lil Wayne). His next album, '' Special Occasion'' was released in May 2007, and warranted success from its second single, " Anonymous" (featuring Timbaland). He has charted three No. 1 albums on '' Billboard''s U.S. Top R&B Chart since 2006. Life and career 1980–2004: Early life and career beginnings Bobby Marcel Wilson wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Disturbing Tha Peace Presents Bobby Valentino
''Bobby Valentino'' is the debut album by American R&B singer Bobby V, known at the time as Bobby Valentino. It was released by Def Jam South Recordings and Disturbing tha Peace on April 26, 2005. The album was primarily produced and executive produced by the duo Tim & Bob and includes the singles "Slow Down", "Tell Me", and "My Angel (Never Leave You)". It debuted at number 3 on the US ''Billboard'' 200 with first-week sales of 180,000 copies and has since sold over 708,000 copies nationwide. ''Bobby Valentino'' also reached number 34 on the UK Albums Chart and number 74 on the French Albums Chart. It was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). It served as his first album after the dissolution of his then-group Mista, for whom he released one album on EastWest Records. Reception The album has received mixed reviews from critics. David Jeffries of Allmusic stated that, "Valentino's first full-length ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mike Jones (rapper)
Michael Allen Jones (born November 18, 1981)Giglio, Mike. "Mike Jones! Who?" ''Houston Press''. July 21, 20092 Retrieved on August 4, 2009. is an American rapper. He reached national fame in 2004 on Swishahouse with the release of his breakout single "Still Tippin'" (featuring Slim Thug and Paul Wall), which peaked at number 60 on the Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Jones subsequently released his single "Back Then", which peaked at number 22 on the ''Billboard''. "Still Tippin'" and "Back Then" acted as singles for his debut studio album ''Who Is Mike Jones?'', released on April 19, 2005, which peaked at number 3 on the US Billboard 200, ''Billboard'' 200 and is certified platinum certification, platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Jones initially became recognized for his catchphrase "Mike Jones, who?" (or, "who is Mike Jones?"), which he would usually repeat several times on songs. He also became known for handing out shirts with his cel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Who Is Mike Jones?
''Who Is Mike Jones?'' is the debut studio album by American rapper Mike Jones, released on April 19, 2005 in the United States. The singles from the album are "Still Tippin'" and " Back Then". The CD also comes in a "limited edition" version, which includes a bonus CD featuring nearly all the tracks from the album chopped and screwed by DJ Michael 5000 Watts. The album was a commercial success for the rapper, debuting at number 3 on the ''Billboard'' 200 with 181,000 copies sold in its first week and was certified Platinum by the RIAA, two months after its release. The songs "Got It Sewed Up (Remix)" and "Back Then" are featured in the 2007 Xbox 360 video game '' Def Jam: Icon''. Mike Jones is a playable character in the video game and provides his own voice and likeness. Critical reception Steve 'Flash' Juon of ''RapReviews'' found Jones lacking in terms of charisma and topic matter as a rapper but praised the beats by Salih Williams throughout the record saying, "The bott ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey (; born March 27, 1969) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and record producer. Referred to as the " Songbird Supreme", she is noted for her five-octave vocal range, melismatic singing style and signature use of the whistle register. Carey rose to fame in 1990 with her debut album '' Mariah Carey''. She was the first artist to have their first five singles reach number one on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, from "Vision of Love" to "Emotions". For the enduring popularity of her holiday music, particularly the 1994 Christmas song " All I Want for Christmas Is You", she has also been dubbed the "Queen of Christmas". Carey's self-titled debut album was released under the guidance of Columbia Records executive Tommy Mottola, who married her three years later. She gained further worldwide success with the albums ''Music Box'' (1993) and ''Daydream'' (1995), with singles including "Hero", " Without You", "Fantasy", "Always Be My Baby", and "One Sweet Day", which ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Emancipation Of Mimi
''The Emancipation of Mimi'' is the tenth studio album by American singer Mariah Carey, released through Island Records on April 12, 2005. The album was considered Carey's "comeback album" by critics and became her highest-selling release in the US in a decade. In composing the album, Carey collaborated with many songwriters and producers throughout 2004, including Jermaine Dupri, Snoop Dogg, Kanye West, Twista, Nelly, Pharrell Williams, and James "Big Jim" Wright, many of whom appeared as featured guests on select tracks. Carey opted to use her personal nickname 'Mimi' in the title, revealing a more intimate side of the singer, as seen in the album's declarative theme of emancipation from her personal and commercial setbacks. ''The Emancipation of Mimi'' garnered critical acclaim, with praise towards its production, Carey's vocal performance, with critics noting the theme of independence and lack of restraint, dubbing the album a "party" record. Although it has similar vocal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Faith Evans
Faith Renée Evans (born June 10, 1973) is an American singer and actress. Born in Lakeland, Florida, and raised in New Jersey, she relocated to Los Angeles in 1991 for a career in the music business. After working as a backing vocalist for Al B. Sure! and Christopher Williams, she became the first female artist to contract with Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs' Bad Boy Records in 1994 at age 20. On the label, she featured on records with several label mates such as 112 and Carl Thomas, and released three platinum-certified studio albums between 1995 and 2001: ''Faith'' (1995) and ''Keep the Faith'' (1998), and '' Faithfully'' (2001). In 2003, she ended her relationship with the company to sign with Capitol Records. Her first album released on the label, '' The First Lady'' (2005) became her highest-charting album at the time, reaching the top of the US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts, while the holiday album ''A Faithful Christmas'', released the same year, would become her last release ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
