MC Thick: The Marrero, Louisiana Rap Pioneer Who Helped Put the West Bank on the Hip-Hop Map

#NOLAZINE - Before Louisiana hip-hop became a national powerhouse, MC Thick was making noise out of Marrero, Louisiana, bringing raw street storytelling and lyrical authenticity to the New Orleans rap scene.

In 1991, MC Thick made his mark with the underground anthem *“Marrero (What The F They Be Yellin)”**, released independently through Alliv Records. The record reportedly sold over 3,000 copies independently, eventually catching the attention of Atlantic Records, which helped introduce his music to a larger audience.

In 1993, he released his debut album, The Show Ain’t Over Till The Fat Man Swings, showcasing a gritty style that separated him from the bounce-heavy sound dominating New Orleans at the time.

MC Thick returned in 1996 with his second album, Now Whatcha Think, featuring collaborations with legendary funk artist George Clinton and Southern rap heavyweight Bun B.

Sadly, MC Thick passed away in 1996, cutting short a promising career. However, his contributions to Louisiana hip-hop remain significant. He helped give Marrero its own identity in Southern rap and proved that artists from the West Bank could make an impact beyond their neighborhoods.

Do y'all remember MC Thick? And do you think he deserves more recognition as one of the early pioneers of Louisiana hip-hop?