The Real Rock is a studio album by the reggae/rap musician Shinehead, released in 1990 via Elektra Records.

[3] The album was recorded in New York and Jamaica, with contributions from the rhythm section of Steely & Clevie.

"[11] Trouser Press wrote that "the music on The Real Rock is more sophisticated in terms of technology and styling, but the songs are hit-and-miss.

"[5] The Philadelphia Daily News called Shinehead "the most captivating and versatile of the reggae-rap artists.

"[14] AllMusic called the album "one of the best rap releases of 1990," writing that "the East Coast resident wisely avoids being predicable.