#1 · 1990
Debut solo album featuring politically charged lyrics and West Coast gangsta rap beats, establishing Ice Cube's solo identity.
17 tracksPriority RecordsVinyl LPOriginal 1990 release
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Ice Cube
Ice Cube, born O'Shea Jackson in 1969 in South Central Los Angeles, emerged as a key figure in American gangsta rap and West Coast hip hop. His solo career launched after leaving the influential group N.W.A in 1989.
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About
Ice Cube, Pioneer of West Coast gangsta rap from South Central Los Angeles.
Six major albums on vinyl, from ’90 debut to 2025’s latest — original pressings and reissues tracked live.
Ice Cube started his career in the late 1980s as a rapper and actor. He wrote "Boyz 'N Tha Hood" before gaining fame with seminal gangsta rap group N.W.A. He launched his solo career with 1990's AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted and followed up with critical albums like Death Certificate and The Predator, each contributing to the West Coast hip hop canon. After a prolific early '90s, he shifted focus to film and collaborations, returning with new albums into the 2000s and 2020s. His catalog features strong political and social commentary, blending hardcore and conscious rap styles.
Vinyl collectors can find original and recent pressings, including limited editions and notable reissues from labels like Priority and Lench Mob Records.
Discography
Ice Cube — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Lench Mob Records · 2025Man Up
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Lench Mob Records · 2024Man Down
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Lench Mob Records · 2018Everythangs Corrupt
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Lench Mob Records · 2010I Am The West
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Lench Mob Records · 2008Raw Footage
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Lench Mob Records · 2006Laugh Now, Cry Later
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Priority Records · 2000War & Peace Vol. 2 (The Peace Disc)
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Priority Records · 1998War & Peace Vol. 1 (The War Disc)
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Priority Records · 1993Lethal Injection
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Priority Records · 1992The Predator
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Priority Records · 1991Death Certificate
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Priority Records · 1990AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted
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Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Ice Cube's career.
01
It Was A Good Day
The Predator · 1992
02
You Know How We Do It
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03
Check Yo Self - Remix
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04
No Vaseline
Death Certificate · 1991
05
Why We Thugs
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06
You Can Do It
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07
Check Yo Self
The Predator · 1992
08
Smoke Some Weed
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The essentials
The 3 Ice Cube albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1991
A follow-up album known for its controversial content and the diss track "No Vaseline", addressing Ice Cube’s former group N.W.A.
22 tracksPriority RecordsVinyl LPOriginal 1991 release
#3 · 1992
Includes hits like "It Was A Good Day", blending gangsta rap with conscious and boom bap influences, with multiple vinyl pressings.
16 tracksPriority RecordsVinyl LPOriginal 1992 release
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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Man Up
Market position
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Min price 20 €Max price 50 €
Average price
47,55 €
Only 61 copies for sale on Discogs
3 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Man Down
Market position
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Min price 25 €Max price 43 €
Average price
29,58 €
Only 69 copies for sale on Discogs
11 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Everythangs Corrupt
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Min price 17 €Max price 20 €
Average price
18,21 €
Only 89 copies for sale on Discogs
41 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Predator
Market position
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Min price 23 €Max price 80 €
Average price
64,83 €
Only 61 copies for sale on Discogs
3 992 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Death Certificate
Market position
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Min price 25 €Max price 60 €
Average price
35,20 €
Only 84 copies for sale on Discogs
2 700 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted
Market position
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Min price 23 €Max price 70 €
Average price
24,07 €
Only 94 copies for sale on Discogs
3 389 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Ice Cube
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Gangsta rap is about telling stories frankly and powerfully."— Ice Cube
01Career
Formation of N.W.A and breakthrough
Ice Cube formed N.W.A in 1987 with Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, MC Ren, and DJ Yella, leading to the release of Straight Outta Compton and attention for "Fuck Tha Police", sparking controversy and FBI warnings.
02Album
Recording of AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted
In 1990, Ice Cube recorded his debut solo album AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted with producer The Bomb Squad, blending East and West Coast hip hop sounds and establishing his individual voice.
03Album Release
Death Certificate controversy and success
Released in 1991, Death Certificate featured controversially political lyrics and the diss track "No Vaseline" targeting former N.W.A members, highlighting Ice Cube’s solo stance.
04Album
Legacy of The Predator
The Predator (1992) contains the hit "It Was A Good Day" and marked a peak in Ice Cube’s career blending gangsta rap and socially conscious themes.
"I write lyrics from personal and community truth."— Ice Cube
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FAQ
FAQ: Ice Cube on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Ice Cube and where is he from?
Ice Cube is the stage name of O'Shea Jackson, a rapper and actor from South Central Los Angeles, born in 1969.
What are some of Ice Cube’s most important albums on vinyl?
Essential vinyl albums include AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted (1990), Death Certificate (1991), and The Predator (1992), known for their impact on West Coast hip hop.
How many tracks are on the album 'Death Certificate'?
Death Certificate contains 22 tracks, offering a mix of politically charged and introspective songs.
Are there notable limited edition pressings of Ice Cube’s vinyl?
Yes, several albums like 'Man Down' (2024) and 'Man Up' (2025) have limited edition vinyl pressings available from Lench Mob Records.
What is the vinyl format for Ice Cube’s album 'The Predator'?
'The Predator' is available as an LP vinyl album with multiple pressings including originals from 1992 and modern reissues.
Where can I find Ice Cube’s vinyl records in France?
French distributors and online platforms stock Ice Cube vinyls including recent releases like 'Everythangs Corrupt' and classic albums reissued by major labels.
What styles of hip hop does Ice Cube’s music represent?
His music spans gangsta rap, hardcore hip hop, conscious rap, and boom bap, primarily within West Coast hip hop tradition.
Does Ice Cube’s music include social and political themes?
Yes, his albums often feature direct commentary on social justice, race relations, and political issues relevant to his community.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 06/07/2026