January 3: Tim Dog Was Born. (1967)

January 3, 1967 – On This Date In Hip-Hop, Timothy “Tim Dog” Blair was born in The Bronx, New York.

Growing Up

Tim Dog, a pioneering figure in the early 1990s hip-hop scene, emerged as a forceful and controversial voice with his unique style and unapologetic lyrics. Born Timothy Blair, Tim Dog gained prominence with his debut album, “Penicillin on Wax,” released in 1991.

The West Coast Beef

The album featured scathing disses aimed at various East Coast rappers, most notably the track “F**k Compton,” which ignited a fierce rivalry with West Coast artists. Tim Dog’s confrontational approach and gritty delivery made him a standout figure during the East Coast-West Coast hip-hop feud, leaving an indelible mark on the genre.

If you think the East Coast vs. West Coast beef started with The Notorious B.I.G. and 2pac, I’ll leave you with:

Tim Dog’s influence on hip-hop extended beyond his music, as he contributed to shaping the genre’s confrontational and competitive elements. His legacy remains a complex mix of artistic innovation, controversy, and a distinctive voice in the ever-evolving landscape of hip-hop.