Tougher Than Leather

Released in 1988, Tougher Than Leather followed Run-DMC’s massively successful third album Raising Hell and furthered their innovative, aggressive, and hard-hitting sound that defined the hip-hop scene of the 1980s. From the incredible lead single, “Run’s House” to their cover of The Monkee’s “Mary, Mary,” Tougher Than Leather features a slew of incredible hits and is essential listening for any fan of classic hip-hop. Tougher Than Leather blends Run-DMC’s infectious, charismatic flows and heavily sample-based production with hard-hitting raps, soaring choruses, and rapid-fire delivery. Stand out tracks include “Run’s House,” “I’m Not Going Out Like That,” as well as “Beats to the Rhyme,” a story-based cut that stands as an anthem to hip-hop.

• 1 Run's House
• 2 Mary, Mary
• 3 They Call Us Run-D.M.C
• 4 Beats to the Rhyme
• 5 Radio Station
• 6 Papa Crazy
• 7 Tougher Than Leather
• 8 I'm Not Going Out Like That
• 9 How'd Ya Do It Dee
• 10 Miss Elaine
• 11 Soul to Rock and Roll
• 12 Ragtime