Most people only know about the song "Parents Just Don't Understand" (and to a lesser extent "A Nightmare On My Street") from this album (and I admit so did I), but to my surprise the rest of the album is great! This is definitely "pop" rap meant for a "PG-13" audience, but that in no way means it's bad (in fact its excellent). Will Smith is a pretty decent singer - he's an EXCELLENT rapper, but his style is admittedly cheesy. The lyrics are essentially story-raps that Will Smith spits effortlessly. Another key here is that most songs have a very fun or interesting beat, and if they don't have that then they have Will Smith's lyrics and delivery which keep one's interest in the songs. If you don't think Will Smith is a capable rapper, just listen to "He's The DJ, I'm The Rapper" (the song) and tell me he can't spit. For those interested in the origins of rap or just in good fun/interesting rap songs this is a MUST buy.