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  1. Albums
  2. it takes a nation of millions to hold us back - public enemy

Public Enemy - It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back (LP)

Public EnemyPublic Enemy
  • LP
  • 1 piece(s)
  • 1988
  • 16 tracks
  • 57 min
  • east coast hip hop
It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back - Public Enemy
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It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back - Public Enemy
It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back - Public Enemy

Product description

Released on June 28, 1988, via Def Jam Recordings, "It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back" is the second studio album by the iconic hip hop group Public Enemy. This groundbreaking record is a powerful blend of East Coast hip hop, hardcore hip hop, and conscious rap, spanning a total of 57 minutes across 16 tracks. The album is renowned for its strong social commentary, making it one of Public Enemy's most commercially successful and influential works. With tracks like "Bring The Noise," "Don't Believe The Hype," and "Rebel Without A Pause," the album tackles societal issues head-on, delivering a raw and unfiltered perspective that resonates deeply with listeners. The production, handled by the Bomb Squad, is as innovative as it is impactful, featuring layered samples, heavy basslines, and cutting-edge beats that set the standard for hip hop production. This album is a testament to Public Enemy's artistic prowess and their commitment to using music as a tool for social change.

This 2025 Limited Edition Reissue LP is pressed on Green vinyl.

Tracks

  1. Countdown To ArmageddonPublic Enemy
    1:40
  2. Bring The NoisePublic Enemy
    3:46
  3. Don't Believe The HypePublic Enemy
    5:19
  4. Cold Lampin' With FlavorPublic Enemy
    4:17
  5. Terminator X To The Edge Of PanicPublic Enemy
    4:31
  6. Mind TerroristPublic Enemy
    1:21
  7. Louder Than A BombPublic Enemy
    3:37
  8. Caught, Can We Get A Witness?Public Enemy
    4:53
  9. Show 'Em Whatcha GotPublic Enemy
    1:56
  10. She Watch Channel Zero?!Public Enemy
    3:49
  11. Night Of The Living BaseheadsPublic Enemy
    3:14
  12. Black Steel In The Hour Of ChaosPublic Enemy
    6:23
  13. Security Of The First WorldPublic Enemy
    1:20
  14. Rebel Without A PausePublic Enemy
    5:02
  15. Prophets Of RagePublic Enemy
    3:18
  16. Party For Your Right To FightPublic Enemy
    3:25
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Product specifications

Details

Album
It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back
Artist
Public Enemy
LP release year
2025
Album release date
June 28, 1988
Label
Def Jam Recordings
EAN
0600753468210
Available
Yes

Product information

Format
LP
Quantity
1 piece(s)
Type
Reissue
Mono or stereo
Stereo
Duration
57 min
Tracks
16 tracks
Color
Green

EAN

EAN
0600753468210

Other

Limited Edition
Yes
Country
Europe
Genre
East coast hip hop
Box set
No
Remastered
No
Reissue
Yes

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  • Massive, Noiseless, Winner

    5 out of 5 stars
    sujvcqohzacDecember 7, 2025United States🇺🇸

    This pressing is massive! They pack in tons of tunes on a single disc and there's zero inner noise- it's a total winner

  • Rare 2000 Pressing Stickers

    5 out of 5 stars
    wipfpa-lepNovember 22, 2025United States🇺🇸

    This got pressed in the year 2000 and wasn't made in large amounts. Each of these versions has a sticker on them showing what pressing number it is.

  • Epic but Warped Classic

    3 out of 5 stars
    icmf_ddNovember 19, 2025United States🇺🇸

    Quite in line with the original pressings I've encountered before, which have always seemed a tad soft and squashed. A truly epic recording, even if it's not exactly an audiophile experience. My copy had a significant warp that I fixed with my Vinyl Flat.

  • Terminator X Shines

    5 out of 5 stars
    GuwLeymibNovember 5, 2025United States🇺🇸

    This is a noise-free, flat pressing that truly captures the original LP, spread across two genuine 180g records. The sound is incredibly clean and detailed, though not overly bright, allowing you to hear nuances that streams miss. Vocals are clear and centered, and while the cut is quieter, turning it up reveals its full dynamic range and deep bass (if your system can handle it). The sleeve and inner prints are top-notch, though not poly-lined. Terminator X absolutely shines here—genius work! Highly, highly recommended.

  • Overlooked Hip-Hop Masterpiece

    4 out of 5 stars
    PWDLMAugust 10, 2025United States🇺🇸

    Black Steel ..." is arguably one of the most overlooked masterpieces in Hip-Hop's storytelling genre. Terminator X's sampling skills on this album are off the charts, especially with that Beastie Boys snippet on "Party For Your Right To Fight". That Pac-Man sound effect is timeless, scattered throughout the LP just like the politically charged, yet realistic lyrics. And get this, it was released way before the Patriot Act! I wouldn't have minded if they skipped the live bits, as I'm not usually a fan of live albums, but that's a minor complaint when you've got a track like "...Channel Zero" to bang your head to! -DJ C.V.R.9th/Aug.2K25

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About Public Enemy

Public Enemy, the iconic hip-hop group hailing from Roosevelt, New York, burst onto the scene in 1985 with a mission to challenge the status quo. Founded by Chuck D and Flavor Flav, the duo quickly gained notoriety for their unapologetic political messages, tackling issues like American racism and media manipulation. Their breakthrough came with the critically acclaimed "It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back" in 1988, a landmark album that solidified their place in hip-hop history. With a dense, layered sound and radical political stance, Public Enemy's discography, including classics like "Fear of a Black Planet" and "Apocalypse 91... The Enemy Strikes Black," continues to inspire and provoke thought. Their anthem "Fight the Power" remains a rallying cry for social justice, making Public Enemy not just musicians, but cultural revolutionaries.

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