Released on January 18, 2005, The Documentary is the major-label debut of Compton rapper

Autobiographical Depth: The Game intended for each of the 17 tracks to represent the 17 years of struggle he faced after being placed in foster care at age seven. The lyrics delve into his childhood in Compton, street life, and his recovery from a near-fatal shooting in 2001. Tracklist and Features

The Album: A Sonic Companion to the Documentary

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• “Crunch culture” – interview with devs about 80-hour weeks.
• “Lost media” – prototype footage found in an ex-producer’s garage.
• “Speedrun community impact” – how the game unintentionally created a competitive genre.
• “Remake vs. original” – commentary from modern modders and remaster teams.

Guest Artists: 50 Cent, Eminem, Nate Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Busta Rhymes, and Faith Evans. Standard Tracklist