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