262. Arrested Development

Nowadays, the Pop Culture reference to “Arrested Development” refers to the acclaimed Jason Bateman TV series. A decade ago, that reference was to the Atlanta based Hip Hop group that seemed poised to be the next big thing. Arrested Development did not reach the heights that was prognosticated for them, but their debut album remains one of the best ever in Alternative Rap history. That album won awards, gained accolades and made them stars. They never did follow up with anything else of note, but that album was strong enough for them to gain a look from the Hall, (though De La Soul will likely get any nod for Alternative Rap).

Should Arrested Development be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 25%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 25%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 8.3%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 41.7%

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Monday, 01 January 2018
Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Atlanta, Georgia)
Why they will get in: They could get in on the strength of their first album. Seriously, it was that good.
Why they won't get in: Realistically, they had only one album of note. That might not be enough.
Essential Albums: 3 Years, 5 Months & 2 Days in the Life Of… (1992)
Zingalamaduni (1994)
Since the Last Time (2006)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: People Everyday (From 3 Years, 5 Months & 2 Days in the Life Of…, 1992)
Mr. Wendal (From 3 Years, 5 Months & 2 Days in the Life Of…, 1992)
Give a Man a Fish (From 3 Years, 5 Months & 2 Days in the Life Of…, 1992)
Dawn of the Dreads (From 3 Years, 5 Months & 2 Days in the Life Of…, 1992)
Tennessee (From 3 Years, 5 Months & 2 Days in the Life Of…, 1992)