Me Against the World

2Pac

About Me Against the World

Me Against the World is the third studio album by American rapper 2Pac, released on March 14, 1995 by Interscope Records. Drawing lyrical inspiration from his impending prison sentence, troubles with the police, and poverty, the album is described as being 2Pac's most introspective album. According to 2Pac, Me Against the World was made to show the hip hop audience his respect for the art form. Lyrically, he intentionally tried to make the album more personal and reflective than his previous efforts. The musical production on the album was considered by several music critics to be the best on any of his albums up to that point in his career. Released while 2Pac was imprisoned, Me Against the World made an immediate impact on the charts, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200, holding the top spot for four consecutive weeks, and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. "Dear Mama" was released as the album's first single in February 1995 and would be the album's most successful single, topping the Hot Rap Singles chart, and peaking at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100. While 2Pac was in prison, the album over-took Bruce Springsteen's Greatest Hits as the current best-selling album of the year in the United States. At the 38th Grammy Awards, Me Against the World was nominated for Best Rap Album and "Dear Mama" was nominated for Best Rap Solo Performance. Me Against the World was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).  


Year:
1995

Share your thoughts about the Me Against the World album with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add this album to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "Me Against the World Album." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 28 Mar. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/album/209232/Me-Against-the-World>.

    Missing lyrics by 2Pac?

    Know any other songs by 2Pac? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    "I Can Help" is a 1974 biggest hit single for which artist?
    A John Denver
    B Kenny Rogers
    C Billy Swan
    D Glen Campbell

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!