'Paul's Boutique'

I have a very vivid distaste for the Beastie Boys as generally being overrated. However, I do give credit where credit is due.

Paul's Boutique is a fantastic album. One of my favorites of all time and by far my favorite Beastie Boys record.

Interesting that its their second album following the success of Licensed to Ill and the punk/rap hit of "Fight for Your Right." Judging their direction on that album, you'd assume there'd be some kind of continuation. I think both are really different albums.

Paul's Boutique is good, for one. The lyrics are much more inspired and original. The samples and beats are amazing. Improved a hundredfold from their previous album.

It's by far their best album.