A bold Move that brought religious themes to the forefront of mainstream rap—something considered a "career-killer" at the time.
The Masterpiece That Changed Hip-Hop: 20 Years of The College Dropout Released on February 10, 2004, Kanye West ’s debut album, The College Dropout
: The original CD format often includes the album's signature skits that reinforce its collegiate theme. New copies are available from sellers on eBay for approximately $23.90.
"The College Dropout" was a critical and commercial success, earning West widespread acclaim and selling over 2 million copies in the United States alone. The album's influence can be heard in the work of countless artists who followed in West's footsteps, from Drake to Chance the Rapper.