Released in September 2003, Cheers wasn’t just a debut album; it was a mission statement. The title track says it all: “Real name, no gimmicks.”

Cheers debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and was later certified Gold. While it didn’t reach the commercial heights of labelmates, it remains a touchstone for raw, lyric-driven hip-hop. Obie’s influence can be heard in later Detroit artists like Boldy James and Payroll Giovanni.

: Offers the complete 17-track digital album for purchase and high-quality streaming on Apple Music .

(If reissued)