Righteous but Ruthless

Righteous but Ruthless is the second album by the American rapper King Sun, released in 1990. The first two singles were "Be Black" and "Undercover Lover". Many of the tracks met resistance from Black and urban radio stations due to their religious and political content. Righteous but Ruthless peaked at No. 54 on Billboard's Top R&B Albums chart. King Sun supported the album with live dates that included Terminator X and Redhead Kingpin. Righteous but Ruthless was King Sun's final album with Profile Records, as he felt that the label did not promote it.

Production

The album was produced by Tony D, King Shameek, and Troy Wonder. "Cold New Yorkin'" samples "In the Ghetto", by Eric B. & Rakim. "The Gods Are Taking Heads" features a guest appearance by Poor Righteous Teachers. ==Critical reception==

Critical reception

The New York Times noted that Righteous but Ruthless "marks a late conversion to righteousness; it has as many gangster (ruthless) raps as righteous ones." The Washington Post said, "With his deep, gruff voice and fluid, dispassionate delivery, [King Sun] seems better suited to gritty urban narratives–'gangsta' raps–than to science-dropping." The Detroit Free Press called the album "a highly energetic and fiery package". The Lake Geneva Regional News labeled King Sun "one of a kind". Factsheet Five said that King Sun "is a slick guy, politically astute and musically aware as well." Rob Tewlow of The Source applauded the album for its lush production and lyrical depth. Ending the review, he wrote: "King Sun has definitely scored with a record that will please the hardcore crowd." MusicHound R&B: The Essential Album Guide stated that Righteous but Ruthless is "loaded with gems". In 2007, RapReviews deemed the album "a hip-hop classic." ==Track listing==

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