20 Years Later: Revisiting T.I.'s Iconic 'Urban Legend' Album

On this day 20 years ago, Atlanta trap star T.I. released his third studio album, "Urban Legend." This landmark project helped cement the rapper's status as one of the hottest and most influential artists in hip-hop.

"Urban Legend" debuted at #7 on the Billboard 200 chart and topped the R&B/Hip-Hop and Rap Albums charts upon its release in November 2004. The album was a major commercial success, eventually being certified platinum for selling over 1 million copies.

The album spawned several hit singles that remain staples in T.I.'s discography. "Bring 'Em Out" became his first top 10 hit, reaching #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and being certified gold. "U Don't Know Me" and "ASAP" also found chart success, with the former going platinum.

Beyond the commercial performance, "Urban Legend" was also critically acclaimed. The singles were nominated for prestigious awards like the Grammys and MTV Video Music Awards. "Bring 'Em Out" in particular was recognized as a major street anthem.

The album's success helped solidify T.I.'s status as one of the premier rappers of the 2000s. His gritty, street-oriented sound and vivid lyrical storytelling resonated strongly with fans. "Urban Legend" showcased T.I.'s versatility, as he effortlessly switched between hard-hitting trap bangers and more introspective, melodic tracks.

Two decades later, "Urban Legend" remains a landmark album in T.I.'s discography and hip-hop history. Its impact can still be felt in the trap and Southern rap sounds that dominate mainstream hip-hop today. This album cemented T.I.'s place as one of the game's true titans.