When the year 2000 rolled around, the rap game was dominated by shiny suits, Jiggy anthems, and a lyrical arms race between New York and the South. Then, out of Atlanta, a DJ with a distinct raspy voice and a knack for punchlines dropped a bomb that would change the trajectory of Southern hip-hop forever. That bomb was .
Released on October 17, 2000, served as the major-label debut and 3x platinum breakthrough for Atlanta rapper Ludacris- Back For The First Time full album zip
, released in 2000 and featuring production from Timbaland and The Neptunes. The 16-track project, which boasts hits like "Southern Hospitality," was certified 3x Platinum. When the year 2000 rolled around, the rap