T.I.-King (2006): A Royal Charge To The Throne

After a lengthy absence, B. Cox returns to review hip-hop legend **T.I.**'s explosive fourth album *King* as it turns 20. After stepping onto the scene and making himself known with his debut album, 2001's *I'm Serious*, the Atlanta rap star made further waves and saw larger success with his sophomore and junior albums, 2003's *Trap Muzik* and 2004's *Urban Legend*, respectively. He was looking to take the next step with this effort and make a claim as the professed "King Of The South" at a time when Atlanta hip-hop made its way to being at the epicenter of the industry. The album featured an all-star cast of producers and featured artist. It was produced by the likes of **DJ Toomp, Mannie Fresh, Jus Blaze, The Neptunes, Kevin Mack, Nick Fury, Kevin "Khao" Cates and Swizz Beats** while featuring artists such as **UGK, Young Jeezy, Common, Young Dro, B.G., Young Buck, Pharrell and Jamie Foxx** among others. The album's release coincided with the release three days later of the feature film and cult classic *ATL*, which was T.I.'s feature film debut and it also served as the de facto soundtrack. The album had four power-packed singles including the smash lead single "What You Know", which served as the movie's default theme. It was a huge success commercially, selling over 500,000 units the first week and is RIAA-certified 2x platinum. It solidified T.i. as a megastar and a major player in not only Atlanta's rap atmosphere, but the industry at-large for years to come. **Show Notes** **OkayPlayer: The Once and Expeditious King: T.I. on 'King' 20 Years Later, His Latest Album and More** https://www.okayplayer.com/the-once-and-expeditious-king-ti-on-king-20-years-later-his-latest-album-and-more/1426138 **Yahoo: T.I. says it's 'wild to think that' his album 'King' is 20 years old** https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/t-says-wild-think-album-100000151.html **WSB 95.5 Atlanta Talk & Music: Atlanta icon T.I. celebrates 20th anniversary of King album and its undeniable impact** https://www.wsbradio.com/news/local/atlanta-icon-ti-commemorates-20th-anniversary-king-album-its-undeniable-impact/XD322ZV6JBHI5FJRHTJQOSPU5Y/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy