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Big Pun's debut album, 'Capital Punishment,' released on April 28, 1998, is a seminal work in East Coast hip-hop. The album showcases his intricate lyricism and rapid-fire delivery, blending hardcore and Latin influences. It peaked at number five on the Billboard 200 and topped the Top R&B Albums chart for two weeks. Notably, it was the first solo Latin hip-hop album to achieve Platinum status. Fun fact: 'Capital Punishment' was the only album released during Big Pun's lifetime.
