As the debate over hip-hop's longevity consumed artists and fans alike, new movements were brewing just outside of New York City and Atlanta. Brothers Pusha T and Malice, with assistance from Pharrell Williams, made a major comeback with hits like "Mr. Me Too" off their second album Hell Hath No Fury. Meanwhile, a Miami-based radio personality by the name of DJ Khaled released his first-ever album as an artist. Listennn... The Album brought the biggest names in rap together for rare collaborations like "Grammy Family" featuring Kanye West, Consequence, and John Legend, and "Holla at Me" featuring Lil Wayne, Paul Wall, Fat Joe, Rick Ross, and Pitbull.

Speaking of Rick Ross, the Maybach Music founder dropped his debut album, Port of Miami, in 2006. The album features classics like "Hustlin', "Push It," and "Blow." Rozay plans to celebrate the mighty milestone with his lavish "Port of Miami 20th Anniversary Black-Tie Experience." Rick Ross, the Renaissance Orchestra, and the Sainted Trap Choir will travel to 17 cities to perform hits from his first studio album in a high-end gala setting. Tickets are on sale now.

2006 was full of iconic albums by Lil Wayne & Birdman, Fat Joe, JAY-Z, and Snoop Dogg. Relive those albums and more below.

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