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"When Disaster Strikes..." is the second studio album by American rapper Busta Rhymes, released in September 1997 by Elektra Records. The album peaked at number three on the US Billboard 200 and was certified multi-platinum, cementing Rhymes' status as a leading figure in 1990s East Coast hip-hop. It is distinguished by Busta's highly energetic, rapid-fire delivery and eccentric production from collaborators like DJ Scratch and Easy Mo Bee. The record includes prominent hit singles such as "Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See" and "Dangerous," appealing to fans of mainstream, boisterous rap.
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When was Busta Rhymes' When Disaster Strikes... released?
The album was released in September 1997 through Elektra Records. It was Busta Rhymes' second studio album.
How successful was When Disaster Strikes... on the Billboard 200?
The album peaked at number three on the US Billboard 200. It was also certified multi-platinum, confirming Busta Rhymes' commercial rise in the late 1990s.
What is Busta Rhymes known for on When Disaster Strikes...?
The record highlights his rapid, animated delivery and theatrical energy. Its songs move between apocalyptic imagery, party records, and aggressive New York rap performances.
Is When Disaster Strikes... Busta Rhymes' debut album?
No. It is his second studio album, following his first solo release. The 1997 project expanded the high-energy style he had already shown as a member of Leaders of the New School.
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