In the Ghetto (Eric B. & Rakim song)

"In the Ghetto" is a song by American rap duo Eric B. & Rakim. It was released on September 29, 1990, as the second single of their third studio album Let the Rhythm Hit 'Em, which was released by MCA Records. It was written and produced by Eric B. & Rakim themselves.

The song was also produced by Large Professor, despite being uncredited.

Background
Rakim wrote the song after his father passed away and he viewed it as a conscious record.

Music video
The music video features cameos by Michael Bivins and Rudy Ray Moore.