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Licensed To Ill

The Beastie BoysMP3 Music
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (248 customer reviews)

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  • Original Release Date: March 28, 1995
  • Format - Music: MP3
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This is a must have album for all Beastie Boys fans and hip hop/rap fans in general. El Pomo  |  28 reviewers made a similar statement
Every song is filled with catchy hooks and witty lyrics. Robin Blair  |  24 reviewers made a similar statement
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44 of 47 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Beastie Boys: the ORIGINAL Slim Shadys July 5, 2002
Format:Audio CD
Way back when Eminem was bully bait during his school years, three Jewish dudes called the Beastie Boys released this impressive debut that made them the first (and, in my opinion, best) white rappers in hip hop. But make no mistake, "License to Ill" is rude, obnoxious, and sometimes offensive by today's PC standards, but if you can take it with a grain of salt, it's also fun to listen to. "The New Style" is undeniably funky and has the Boys in top form. "Paul Revere" is also pretty good with its drum machine played in reverse, and "No Sleep Til Brooklyn" is a fine melange of amped-up guitars and hip hop beats. "Fight For Your Right" was the group's biggest hit, but it pales in comparison to the rest of the album. "License to Ill" was all about drugs, women, and disrespecting any and all figures of authority. However, these guys eventually matured by phasing out of their juvenile lyrics and releasing even better albums, including the now-classic "Paul's Boutique." All in all, a promising debut that's aged well over the years.
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Still Illin' January 14, 2000
By G.C.
Format:Audio CD
It's hard to believe, but sometimes true that what goes around, comes around. I saw the Beasties on stage in London in September 1986 (with Run DMC and LL Cool J) shortly after this album came out (they were last on the bill and played only three songs, including "Slow and Low" and "Fight For Your Right"). The prevailing opinion at the time was that "Licensed To Ill" was one of the most obnoxious releases in the history of music. But what a party! The Beastie Boys seemed like a one-hit wonder when they changed record labels and took three years to release their follow up (Paul's Boutique), plus the fact these white boys were being universally panned by most of the rap community. But the Boys must be having the last laugh, and listening to this album again, it still sounds good. I am amazed at all the kids that weren't even born in '86 are discovering this record, which attests to the band's endurance, although the band owes a lot to Rick Rubin, their producer who meshed the Boys' brashness with great sound samples. As a parent I can say that, based on the feedback I've read here, if you are trying to decide on a music purchase for your teenager, this may do the trick.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Old School Rap CD February 27, 2002
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I loved this CD when it first came out and still love it today. I have most everything that the Beastie Boys have recorded, and I agree that much of what they did later is superior. For example, Hello Nasty is a much more diverse and impressive work. However, I think that it's a mistake comparing their initial work with their later work. Licensed to Ill was a huge rap breakthrough. Without CD's like Licensed to Ill, rap would not have broken into the mainstream, at least not then. The Beasties personify old school rap and many people were disappointed with their later work and wanted them to record more music like Licensed to Ill.

While the raps and grooves seem a bit simplistic 16 years after its release, it still sounds great. "Fight for Your Right" was and is a classic party theme. I also love "Brass Monkey." What's amazing about this CD is how many of the songs became classics (Fight for your right, Brass Monkey, Paul Revere, Hold it now, Slow & Low). Throw on this CD and just enjoy it.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars OLD SCHOOL RAP
I love this album.One of the best in the history of rap music.I like these white boys.Gotta have in your collection if you love rap.
Published 13 days ago by warrior
4.0 out of 5 stars I preferred it to most of their newer releases.
they show Brooklyn jewish white boys can rap too. I especially enjoyed the price of one penny. I highly recommend it.
Published 13 days ago by Matthew Nathan Thompson
5.0 out of 5 stars Top 10 Album in Any Collection
This is one of the biggest albums in Rap of all time. If it was not for this album, JayZ may never had been this big today. Read more
Published 21 days ago by Jason D. Freshwater
5.0 out of 5 stars A true classic
This is one of my all time favorite records. 28 years after its release and I still love every track. To me it's pure genius.
Published 28 days ago by Juggernaut4671
5.0 out of 5 stars Good classic
Beastie boys...that's all that needs to be said. Open it up and listen to it. A great deal compared to buying it online elsewhere.
Published 1 month ago by zhall
5.0 out of 5 stars i have the mp3 files but
i still wanted the cd. this is a legendary album thats going to be remembered for a long time

R.I.P MCA!
Published 2 months ago by John
5.0 out of 5 stars Beasties forever!!!!
great cd loved it great condition. no sleep til brooklyn...brass monkey all the greats.will definitely buy more beasties cds and other items. R.I.P. MCA
Published 2 months ago by steve matheny
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this classic cd
I liked this cd because it was original and still in plastic and played perfect and plus I recieved a free mp3 download before the cd arrived from amazon's promotion. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Billy Dickerson
5.0 out of 5 stars Iconic. Enough said.
The original: Beastie Boys unleashed totally new fusion of rap and rock with this "new" Brooklyn sound from the '80's.
Published 2 months ago by Tim J Boyll
4.0 out of 5 stars fast and easy download
fast and easy download, didnt even have to wait for the cd. once I paid for the cd, i was able to download the mp3 version for free
Published 2 months ago by ana milena duque gonzalez
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