"Rhyme Pays" is a 1990 hip-hop album by the American rapper Kool Moe Dee. The album features a mix of rap styles and showcases Kool Moe Dee's lyrical skills, emphasizing themes of success and the importance of rhyme in hip-hop culture. The album includes popular tracks like "I Go to Work," which highlights Kool Moe Dee's unique flow and wordplay. "Rhyme Pays" is notable for its influence on the genre, as it helped to establish Kool Moe Dee as a prominent figure in the early days of hip-hop, paving the way for future artists.