Key Takeaways
- The Game is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his 2006 album Doctor's Advocate with two new vinyl editions available on Complex.
- Fans can choose between a $49.99 picture disc featuring a photo of The Game with his son or a $37.99 clear-and-black marbled vinyl edition.
- Originally released following The Game's high-profile split from 50 Cent and G-Unit, Doctor's Advocate debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, selling more than 358,000 copies in its first week.
The Game's Doctor's Advocate is turning 20, and the Compton rapper is celebrating with two new vinyl editions of his sophomore album.
The anniversary releases include a picture disc featuring a photo of The Game carrying his young son on his shoulders, along with a clear-and-black marbled vinyl edition. Both feature alternate cover artwork and are available now on Complex for $49.99 and $37.99, respectively.
Originally released on November 14, 2006, Doctor's Advocate arrived at a pivotal moment in The Game's career. Following the massive success of his 2005 debut, The Documentary, the rapper had parted ways with 50 Cent and G-Unit. The album also marked his first full-length release without Dr. Dre's production, making it a major test of his ability to succeed without the collaborators who helped launch his career.
Doctor's Advocate put any doubts about his commercial appeal to rest, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with more than 358,000 copies sold in its first week. The album featured production from Kanye West, Just Blaze, Scott Storch, Swizz Beatz, and others, along with guest appearances by Nas, Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg, Busta Rhymes, and Jamie Foxx.
The 16-track project included fan favorites like "It's Okay (One Blood)," "Let's Ride," and "Wouldn't Get Far," helping solidify The Game's standing as one of the leading West Coast rappers of the era.
