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Straight Outta Compton (album)

"Straight Outta Compton" is a groundbreaking 1988 album by the American hip-hop group N.W.A. It played a pivotal role in popularizing gangsta rap and the West Coast hip-hop scene. The album features raw, honest lyrics reflecting life in Compton, California, addressing issues like police brutality, violence, and social inequality. Its powerful storytelling, provocative content, and distinctive production revolutionized rap music and sparked national conversations about urban realities. Critically acclaimed and influential, the album is regarded as a classic and a catalyst for change in both music and societal awareness.