Prodigy

American hip hop group

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Origin	Queens, New York City, New York, United States
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Genres	Hip hop, East Coast hip hop, hardcore hip hop
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Prodigy was an American hip hop duo consisting of Havoc and Prodigy. The group was formed in Queens, New York City in 1991. They are considered one of the most significant groups in East Coast hip hop and are known for their dark, hardcore delivery and gritty lyrics.

History

Prodigy was formed when Havoc and Prodigy met at the High School of Art and Design in Manhattan. They initially went by the name "Poetical Prophets" before changing it to Mobb Deep. Their debut album, Juvenile Hell, was released in 1993 but did not achieve commercial success. However, their second album, The Infamous, released in 1995, was critically acclaimed and is considered a classic in the genre.

Discography

Studio albums

• Juvenile Hell (1993)
• The Infamous (1995)
• Hell on Earth (1996)
• Murda Muzik (1999)
• Infamy (2001)
• Amerikaz Nightmare (2004)
• Blood Money (2006)
• The Infamous Mobb Deep (2014)

Legacy

Prodigy is credited with helping to define the sound of East Coast hip hop in the 1990s. Their influence can be seen in the work of many contemporary artists. The duo's gritty, realistic portrayal of street life in New York City has been praised for its authenticity and impact on the genre.

Related Pages

• Mobb Deep
• Havoc (musician)
• Prodigy (rapper)
• The Infamous
• East Coast hip hop
• Nas (rapper)
• The Alchemist (musician)
• 50 Cent