On this day November 3, 1987, Kool Moe Dee released How Ya Like Me Now, a defining album in the golden age of hip-hop that showcased sharp lyricism, smooth production, and a confident new attitude. The record marked a major moment for the rapper as he transitioned from his days with the Treacherous Three into a solo career that helped shape the sound of late 1980s rap.
How Ya Like Me Now featured standout tracks such as Wild Wild West, No Respect, and the title track How Ya Like Me Now, which became a massive hit and an anthem of self-assurance. The album blended funk-inspired beats with precise wordplay, establishing Kool Moe Dee as one of the most skilled and stylish MCs of his era.
80s insight: How Ya Like Me Now reflected the evolution of 1980s hip-hop, when artists began mixing confidence, intelligence, and rhythm to define a culture that was spreading worldwide.
How Ya Like Me Now featured standout tracks such as Wild Wild West, No Respect, and the title track How Ya Like Me Now, which became a massive hit and an anthem of self-assurance. The album blended funk-inspired beats with precise wordplay, establishing Kool Moe Dee as one of the most skilled and stylish MCs of his era.
80s insight: How Ya Like Me Now reflected the evolution of 1980s hip-hop, when artists began mixing confidence, intelligence, and rhythm to define a culture that was spreading worldwide.
