G. Dep:  Head Over Wheels (1996-1998)

G. Dep's “Head Over Wheels (1996-1998)” unearths a treasure trove of the Harlem wordsmith's raw, pre-Bad Boy brilliance, compiling tracks recorded during his formative underground years when he was still honing the charismatic flow and vivid street poetry that would later define his legacy. Anchored by the titular 1996 single—a breezy, nostalgic anthem blending soulful samples with tales of infatuation and city cruising—this collection showcases G. Dep's independent hustle, featuring gritty cuts like "Blow More Spots" and "Boogie Down's Got the Flavor," produced by collaborators including JaxZ and Keith 'Ques' Lewis, all pulsing with the unfiltered energy of '90s East Coast rap before the major-label polish. Released in 2025 via Gentleman's Relief Records, it stands as a vital archival drop for hip-hop purists, reminding us of the "Prince of New York".