The Seventh Seal

His first full album of new material in almost a decade, ‘The Seventh Seal’ is Rakim’s contemporary observation of the Hip-Hop culture he helped define. While staying loyal to his New York roots, Rakim has created a body of work that encompasses the very best of regional, underground and mainstream styles that are reformed and delivered through his intricate lyricism and the seemingly effortless flow that he is revered for.

The album’s lead single “Holy Are You” has won praise from critics and fans alike. USA Today states, “The God MC previews his long-awaited Seventh Seal (CD) with a lyrically adept reminder of how he earned the name…” with BILLBOARD proclaiming “Rakim is in top form, richly merging self-mythologizing reflections on his legacy with religious imagery.”

Guest artists include Busta Rhymes, Jadakiss, Maino, Tracey Horton, IQ, Styles P and others, including Destiny Griffin, Rakim’s own daughter.