{"title":"2Pac","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout 2Pac\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTupac Amaru Shakur, performing as 2Pac and later under the alias Makaveli, was born in East Harlem, New York on June 16, 1971 and raised in New York, Baltimore, and the Bay Area. He began his music career in 1989, initially as a roadie and backup performer with the Bay Area group Digital Underground, before signing with Interscope Records and releasing his debut solo album 2Pacalypse Now in 1991. After incarceration in 1995, he signed with Death Row Records, where he released All Eyez on Me in 1996. He was fatally shot in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996 and died six days later.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSound and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e2Pac's work spans West Coast hip-hop, gangsta rap, and political hip-hop. His lyrics combined narratives of inner-city violence and police brutality with personal vulnerability, political commentary inherited from his Black Panther family lineage, and confrontational diss tracks during the East Coast-West Coast rivalry of the mid-1990s. Production frequently featured Johnny J, Dr. Dre, DJ Quik, and other West Coast and Bay Area producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiscography highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2Pacalypse Now (1991, Interscope)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrictly 4 My N.I.G.G.A.Z. (1993, Interscope)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMe Against the World (1995, Interscope) - released while incarcerated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Eyez on Me (1996, Death Row\/Interscope) - certified 9x platinum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory (1996, Death Row\/Interscope) - released as Makaveli, posthumous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR U Still Down? (Remember Me) (1997, Amaru\/Jive) - posthumous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreatest Hits (1998, Amaru\/Death Row\/Interscope\/Jive) - posthumous double album\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal Death Row pressings of All Eyez on Me and The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory remain among the most sought-after of his releases. Numerous anniversary reissues, picture discs, and box sets have been issued over the decades, including expanded editions of All Eyez on Me and Me Against the World.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to start\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners new to 2Pac often start with All Eyez on Me (1996), the most commercially successful release in his catalog. Me Against the World (1995) is widely regarded as his strongest work and is a common second entry point. \u003cspan class=\"related-collections\"\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hip-hop-vinyl-records\"\u003eHip-Hop\/Rap\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/1990s-vinyl-records\"\u003e1990s\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2pac-me-against-the-world-vinyl-180g","title":"Me Against the World 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecorded following his near-fatal shooting in New York, and released while he was in prison, Me Against the World is the point where 2Pac really became a legendary figure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540999811255,"sku":"210000031712","price":37.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/aint-43301-149164-03252020113008-7233.jpg?v=1781155027"},{"product_id":"2pac-me-against-the-world-30th-anniv-ed-color-vinyl","title":"Me Against the World 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eReleased on March 14, 1995, Me Against The World is a landmark in hip hop history, showcasing 2Pac at his most reflective. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 and delivered timeless tracks like the platinum single \"Dear Mama.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541020717239,"sku":"210000103068","price":39.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/2p.jpg?v=1781155111"},{"product_id":"2pac-2pacalypse-now-vinyl","title":"2Pacalypse Now 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e2Pac explores the ongoing social issues of the late 80s and early 90s on his debut studio album from 1991.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541046210743,"sku":"210000055755","price":43.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/3466665.jpg?v=1781155205"},{"product_id":"2pac-greatest-hits-vinyl","title":"Greatest Hits 4LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eA career spanning hits collection on 4 LPs. Essential!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541085696183,"sku":"210000056834","price":79.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/3829525.jpg?v=1781155333"},{"product_id":"2pac-me-against-the-world-cd","title":"Me Against the World CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the powerful storytelling and emotional depth of 2Pac's \"Me Against the World,\" a groundbreaking album that features timeless tracks such as \"Dear Mama\" and \"So Many Tears.\" Released in 1998, this CD showcases the legendary rapper's rhythmic prowess and poignant lyrical themes, solidifying his place in hip-hop history. Dive into a collection that reflects both introspection and resilience, all packaged under the iconic Interscope Records label.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48772739170487,"sku":"210000046636","price":13.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/216124.jpg?v=1782827607"},{"product_id":"2pac-greatest-hits-cd","title":"Greatest Hits 2CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eCelebrate the enduring legacy of 2Pac with this essential \"Greatest Hits 2CD\" collection, featuring classic tracks like \"Keep Ya Head Up\" and \"California Love (Original Version).\" Released on November 24, 1998, this compilation showcases his remarkable contributions to hip-hop, including both chart-topping hits and unreleased gems. A must-have for any serious collector, it offers a powerful glimpse into the life and artistry of one of music’s most iconic figures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785637114039,"sku":"210000031714","price":26.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/246428.jpg?v=1783045516"},{"product_id":"2pac-strictly-4-my-niggaz-cd","title":"Strictly 4 My Niggaz CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the raw energy of 2Pac with \"Strictly 4 My Niggaz,\" a defining hip-hop album. This CD features iconic tracks like \"I Get Around\" and \"Keep Ya Head Up,\" showcasing his lyrical prowess and collaborations with notable artists. A perfect addition for any hip-hop collector, this release illustrates 2Pac's impact on the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785674436791,"sku":"210000095105","price":13.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/216118.jpg?v=1783045620"},{"product_id":"2pac-strictly-4-my-niggaz-vinyl","title":"Strictly 4 My Niggaz LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the raw energy of 2Pac's influential second studio album, \"Strictly 4 My Niggaz,\" pressed on high-quality vinyl. This LP, originally released in 1993, features standout tracks like \"Holler If Ya Hear Me\" and \"Keep Ya Head Up,\" showcasing 2Pac's powerful lyrical prowess and deep social commentary. With collaborations from artists such as Ice Cube and Ice-T, this album remains a cornerstone of hip-hop history, perfect for both new listeners and long-time fans alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785809506487,"sku":"210000031713","price":37.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/3770107.jpg?v=1783045985"},{"product_id":"2pac-makaveli-the-don-killuminati-the-7-day-theory-vinyl","title":"Makaveli the Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the raw intensity of 2Pac's \"Makaveli the Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory\" with this double vinyl LP. Released in 1996 and recorded in just seven days, this album includes standout tracks like \"Hail Mary\" and \"To Live and Die in L.A.\" Combining powerful lyrics and poignant themes, it's a defining work in hip-hop that continues to resonate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785827037367,"sku":"210000075262","price":37.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4134557-2911412.jpg?v=1783046031"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.waxtraxrecords.com\/collections\/2pac.oembed","provider":"Wax Trax Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}