The College Dropout is the debut studio album by American rapper and producer Kanye West. It was released on February 10th, 2004, by Def Jam Recordings and Roc-A-Fella Records. A widespread critical success, The College Dropout was praised for West's innovative production, emotionally honest and humorous lyrics, and its balance between self-reflection and mainstream appeal. It earned him several accolades, including the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album at the 47th Annual Grammy Awards. The album has since been named by Time, Rolling Stone, and other major publications as one of the greatest albums of all time. Before the album’s Read more on Last.fm.
This is before the bravery turned into bravado, and it’s one of the best hip-hop records of its time.