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Lord Willin' is the 2002 debut studio album by Clipse, the Virginia hip-hop duo of brothers Gene Thornton and Terrence Thornton, known as Malice and Pusha T. The Neptunes produced the entire album, giving it sparse percussion, unusual keyboard tones, and sharply separated rhythmic elements. Clipse's detailed writing focuses heavily on the economics and consequences of drug dealing, and the album includes the singles Grindin' and When the Last Time.
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Who produced Clipse's Lord Willin'?
The entire album was produced exclusively by The Neptunes, the legendary production duo consisting of Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo. Their sparse, keyboard-heavy, and rhythmic production defined the duo's sound.
When was Lord Willin' by Clipse released?
The album was released on August 20, 2002, serving as the major-label debut for the Virginia Beach duo. It was released through Arista Records and Star Trak Entertainment.
What are the most famous singles from Lord Willin'?
The album spawned massive hit singles, most notably "Grindin'," whose iconic drum pattern became a cultural phenomenon. "When the Last Time" and "Cot Damn" were also highly successful tracks from the record.
Did Lord Willin' achieve any RIAA certification?
Yes, driven by the massive success of "Grindin'," the album was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. It peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
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