On "Paid in Full", Rakim set the precedent for all future emcees. No album before "Paid in Full" comes anywhere close to it in terms of lyricism. I'm keep this short because everyone already knows its accolades. I wouldn't be saying anything you haven't heard before.
Honorable Mentions:
Boogie Down Productions - Criminal Minded
Public Enemy - Yo! Bum Rush the Show
Dana Dane - Dana Dane with Fame
DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince - Rock the House
MC Shan - Down by Law
