The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory
The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory is the fifth studio album by American rapper Tupac Shakur, his first posthumous album and the last released with his creative input. Recorded in July and August 1996, it was released on November 5, 1996, almost two months after his death, under the stage name of Makaveli, through Death Row Records, Makaveli Records and Interscope Records.
The text on the album cover reads, "In no way is this portrait an expression of disrespect for Jesus Christ". - Makaveli
The song "Me and My Girlfriend" was inspired by the rapper Nas' song, "I Gave You Power"
Tupac Amaru Shakur, also known by his stage names 2Pac and Makaveli, was an American rapper and songwriter. Considered to be one of the most influential and successful rappers of all time, academics regard him as one of the most influential music artists of the 20th century and also a politically-conscious activist voice for Black America. Shakur is among the best-selling music artists, having sold more than 75 million records worldwide. His lyrical content has been noted for addressing social injustice, political issues and the marginalization of African-Americans, but also synonymous with violent rap lyrics.
Shakur in 1991
East Harlem, the neighborhood of New York City where Shakur was born
Shakur's Baltimore School of the Arts yearbook photograph, 1988
The test pressing single for "Dear Mama": the Platinum single is among the top-ranked songs in hip-hop history.