On This Day: May 22, 1987 - Dana Dane Released His Debut Album Dana Dane with Fame

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On This Day: May 22, 1987 - Dana Dane Released His Debut Album Dana Dane with Fame
On this day May 22, 1987, rapper Dana Dane released his debut album Dana Dane with Fame. Known for his creative storytelling and smooth delivery, Dana Dane brought a theatrical style to the 80s hip hop scene. The album reached number 46 on the Billboard 200 and climbed to number 2 on the Top R&B and Hip Hop chart.

Featuring standout tracks like Cinderfella Dana Dane and Nightmares, the album combined humor, fantasy, and street life with a unique voice that made it a standout in the genre. Dana Dane helped expand the reach of hip hop during a time when the genre was just beginning to break into the mainstream.

Fun fact: Dana Dane’s signature accent was inspired by his longtime friend Slick Rick, whose own British voice helped influence his style.

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