Check out these new and used Slick Rick vinyl records LPs for sale. We recommend starting your Slick Rick vinyl collection with the essential albums The Great Adventures, Behind Bars and AL B. Sure. Our inventory is always changing, so check back often, or browse our list of vinyl records for sale from hip-hop and rap musicians.

The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick[Fruit Punch 2 LP]

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Released in 1988, The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick is the hip hop legend and pioneer's debut album

The Ruler's Back[Fruit Punch LP]

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Slick Rick's sophomore album, The Ruler's Back, was released in 1991 and features the hit single, "I Should Have Done It

Back to Black

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1 Rehab (Side 1) 2 You Know I'm No Good 3 Me & Mr Jones 4 Just Friends 5 Back to Black

It's A Boy (Remix)

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Back to L.A. / Slick Rick - Single

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The Great Adventures of Slick Rick (Columbia Def Jam C 40513)

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The Show / La-Di-Da-Di

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Hip Hop Police [12" VINYL]

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P.M. Sampson, L.L. Cool J, Candyman, Slick Rick, 3rd Bass.. / Vinyl record [Vinyl-LP]

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Blowout Comb - Clear/purple

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Blowout Comb (Clear Vinyl) Product Type: Abismusic Brand: Digable Planets

The timeless storytelling of Slick Rick

A voice that changed hip-hop forever

Slick Rick is one of the most iconic voices in hip-hop history. Known for his smooth British accent, witty lyricism, and unrivaled storytelling ability, Slick Rick helped shape the golden age of hip-hop in the 1980s and beyond. His influence stretches across generations, and his music remains as fresh and relevant as ever. Whether you’re discovering him for the first time or revisiting a classic, his albums—available on vinyl right here on this page—offer a rich, analog warmth that streaming just can’t replicate. Listening to Slick Rick on vinyl is like being transported back to the very streets where hip-hop was born.

Notable albums that defined an era

Slick Rick’s 1988 debut album, The Great Adventures of Slick Rick, is one of the most important hip-hop albums of all time. It includes timeless tracks like “Children’s Story,” “Mona Lisa,” and “Teenage Love.” The album’s clever storytelling, combined with Rick’s smooth flow and DJ production, set a new standard for rap lyricism. On vinyl, the beats thump with more body, and Rick’s voice cuts through the groove with incredible clarity—this is how these tracks were meant to be heard.

In 1991, Slick Rick followed up with The Ruler’s Back, an album recorded in a rush before he served a prison sentence. While it didn’t match the commercial success of his debut, it still showcased his narrative skills on tracks like “I Shouldn’t Have Done It” and “Mistakes of a Woman in Love with Other Men.” The vintage production makes this one especially enjoyable on vinyl, where the layers of instrumentation and scratching pop more vibrantly.

In 1994, he returned with Behind Bars, which includes collaborations with artists like Doug E. Fresh and Warren G. Though it was partially recorded while Rick was incarcerated, the album holds its own with standout tracks like “Behind Bars” and “Sittin’ in My Car.”

His final studio album, The Art of Storytelling (1999), brought him back to form, featuring artists such as Nas, Raekwon, OutKast, and Snoop Dogg. It’s a celebration of Rick’s legacy and a reminder that even after a decade, he was still one of the greatest to ever do it.

All of these albums are available on vinyl on this page, each one offering a deeper, warmer, and more authentic listening experience than digital platforms can provide.

Slick Rick - The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick on Def Jam

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The Great Adventures of Slick Rick Box Set 30th Deluxe Eye Patch - NM

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Slick Rick Children's Story 12" Single Def Jam 1989 CBS Records Shrink EX/VG+

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Slick Rick - The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick limited edition fruit punch viny

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Slick Rick - The Art Of Storytelling '99 2xLP US ORG!EX-/EX+

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The Great Adventures of Slick Rick Box Set 30th Deluxe Eye Patch - NM

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Slick Rick ‎–The Art Of Storytelling VINYL 2 LPs 1999 PROMO ONLY ALBUM ADVANCE

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Slick Rick, The Great Adventures Of, 1988 Def Jam/Columbia US 1st Press Vinyl LP

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Slick Rick- The Great Adventures Of Slick Rick EX/NM Ultrasonic Clean 1988

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Slick Rick - The Ruler's Back [New Vinyl LP] Colored Vinyl

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Influences that shaped the Ruler

Slick Rick was born in London and moved to the Bronx as a child. His early influences were both British and American, including reggae, dub, and classic soul. He was particularly drawn to storytelling traditions, which he fused with the burgeoning hip-hop sound he discovered in New York during the late ’70s and early ’80s.

Artists like Grandmaster Flash, The Sugarhill Gang, and Run-D.M.C. laid the foundation for hip-hop, but Rick brought something new: narrative finesse. He elevated rap beyond braggadocio and battle rhymes into theatrical tales with characters, plotlines, and emotional twists. His background in performance and visual art also influenced his persona—he often performed wearing elaborate costumes, eye patches, and extravagant jewelry, helping to define what would become the visual language of hip-hop culture.

Who Slick Rick influenced

The list of artists who have been influenced by Slick Rick reads like a who’s who of hip-hop royalty. Nas, often regarded as one of the greatest lyricists in rap history, has cited Rick as a major influence. You can hear Rick’s narrative style in Nas’s Illmatic and It Was Written, albums that build intricate stories with vivid detail.

Jay-Z, Eminem, and Kanye West have all referenced Slick Rick either in interviews or directly in their music. The Notorious B.I.G., known for his storytelling rhymes, carried forward Rick’s blueprint. Even artists outside of traditional hip-hop, like Andre 3000 of OutKast, owe a creative debt to Rick’s theatrical approach and character-driven lyrics.

Younger generations of rappers, including Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole, continue to embrace the storytelling tradition that Slick Rick pioneered. His fingerprints are on everything from concept albums to skits, to the idea that a rapper can be both a narrator and a character within their own songs.

Vinyl brings his stories to life

There’s something about listening to Slick Rick on vinyl that brings out the texture in his music. The analog crackle between tracks adds a sense of atmosphere that feels right at home with Rick’s cinematic storytelling. His voice, calm and confident, flows over the beats in a way that vinyl uniquely enhances. You feel the basslines in your chest, the snares pop with crispness, and the samples—often pulled from soul and funk—have more warmth and depth.

Streaming is convenient, sure, but it often compresses the very nuances that make music feel alive. When you spin a Slick Rick LP, you’re getting the full spectrum of sound. You hear every pause, every inflection, every detail of the beat. That’s why fans and collectors alike continue to seek out his records on wax. They aren’t just nostalgic relics—they’re the best way to truly experience the music.

Own a piece of hip-hop history

Slick Rick’s albums are more than just music—they’re cultural landmarks. From the boom-bap of “Children’s Story” to the laid-back grooves of “Street Talkin’,” each track is part of the evolution of hip-hop. Vinyl brings these stories to life in a way that no other format can.

On this page, you can browse and purchase vinyl LPs from Slick Rick’s legendary discography. Whether you’re completing your hip-hop collection or just beginning to explore classic rap, these albums are must-haves. Play them loud, let the needle drop, and hear the magic the way it was always meant to sound.

Minecraft - Volume Alpha

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Gold - Greatest Hits[2 LP]

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ABBA's Gold - Greatest Hits collection features 19 timeless hits such as "Dancing Queen," "Mamma Mia," "Take a Chance on Me," "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)" and more! This 2 LP set is pressed on 180-gram vinyl

The Fantastic Four: First Steps Main Theme / Let Us Be Devoured[Galactic Blue 7" Single]

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On translucent "Galactic Blue" vinyl, this collectible 7-inch single features "The Fantastic Four: First Steps (Main Theme)" by Michael Giacchino (Up, Ratatouille, Coco) and "Let Us Be Devoured" written and performed by Andrea Datzman (Inside Out 2)

AM

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Hybrid Theory

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Nevermind

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Parachutes

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Greatest Hits

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Ultimate Sinatra [2 LP]

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Ultimate Sinatra's 180-gram 2LP version brims with 24 stellar recordings representing Frank Sinatra's unparalleled, 6 decade-long recording career

Abbey Road (Anniversary Edition)[LP]

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The new Abbey Road release features the new stereo album mix, sourced directly from the original eight-track session tapes

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