The Coming 1996 Album

Busta Rhymes

If it's not unanimous, The Coming would have to be in contention for the most consistent Busta Rhymes album. From 'Do My Thing' to the posse track, 'Flipmode Squad Meets Def Squad', (albeit being a bit too long at 8 minutes), we have some enjoyable music with a variety of different sounds. Unfortunately 'Still Shining' and 'Keep It Movin'' drop the success rate, and while 'The Finish Line' is better, it still doesn't match the first 9 songs lacking the unique production or catchy moments from the beginning of the album. Many of these songs are 3.5s or 4s out of 5 and there just isn't enough that is next level for me. The smooth and jazzy 'It's a Party' is the highlight. Beats: ★★★☆ Rapping/Bars: ★★★★☆ Hooks: ★★★☆ Best Tracks: Do My Thing, Everything Remains Raw, Abandon Ship, It's a Party, Flipmode Squad Meets Def Squad