Tha Gangsta Rap Minute

Don Juan makes a super dope beat here. Rest In Peace to the legendary Nate Dog. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0OoekyyKzYSDPvjci2hESr?si=11e940ff5b194510 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I’m diving into three albums that I ASSUME are straight-up garbage. I’m ready to eat my words if I need to. But will I? Let’s break down these records and find out if they got any shine to keep ‘em from the trash pile. We got Megan Thee Stallion, Silkk The Shocker, and 6ix9ine on deck! #silkktheshocker #megantheestallion #tekashi69  00:00 Intro 02:55 Tekashi69  14:41 Megan Thee Stallion 24:47 Silk...

Rolling in at the 25th spot on the legendary Gangsta 100 Playlist, we got 50 Cent’s track “Gangsta’s Delight.” Now, y’all know this joint samples the iconic “Rapper’s Delight” by Sugar Hill Gang—yeah, it’s been done before a million times, but never quite like this. 50 adds his own flavor with a slick nod to N.W.A. because, let’s be real, every true gangsta needs to pay homage. This banger comes s...

"It's Funky Enough" marks the debut single of American rapper The D.O.C., kicking off his 1989 album No One Can Do It Better. This joint ruled the US Top Rap Songs chart for 18 weeks straight, including a solid four weeks at the number one spot. To hype it up, they even dropped a black-and-white music video. The track was produced by the legendary Dr. Dre and samples "Misdemeanor&#...

This was one of the first hip-hop tracks I ever heard. What a track it was. It's catchy; it's worthy of being called one of the best singles ever. It's a get money everyday song for any royalties it's getting."It Takes Two" is a song by New York City hip hop duo Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock that became a top-40 single and was later certified platinum by the Recording Industry A...

"Nobody Move," penned by MC Ren, features him dropping in with a line or two. This track comes from the Eazy Duz It album, which went at least double platinum. For many fans, this was their introduction to the rap scene stemming from N.W.A. Eazy-E was the voice of the group, and it didn’t take long for the big egos to tear N.W.A apart. But let’s set that aside and focus on this track. &#34...

Tha Streetz a Mutha, is Kurupt's sophomore studio album, dropped in '99 under Antra Records and backed by Artemis Records for distribution. This album packs a punch with its standout single, "Who Ride Wit Us." Notably, there's a fierce diss track titled "Callin' Out Names," aimed squarely at some heavyweights in the game, specifically Foxy Brown and DMX.By the begin...

In 1992, N.W.A. unleashed a true game-changer with "N's 4 LIFE"—just take a look at that iconic record cover. This album is packed to the brim with classic tracks that have stood the test of time. Eazy-E certainly shone the brightest, his charisma so undeniable that even the legendary Dr. Dre and MC Ren couldn’t overshadow him. Nevertheless, all three of these titans came together to c...

Check out this dope track by Snoop. https://open.spotify.com/track/63AOur1ZdTFZ6Nzox6jjNr?si=feacf293e0914d4d Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ice Cube's back with "Man Down," a fresh solo joint for the fans. Let’s break it down track by track and rate this album. With sick features from B-Real, Mount West More, and fire production by TMix and EA Ski, this gotta be a hit, right? Let’s dive in and see what it’s all about. Check out the official Ice Cube place here: www.icecube.com Stream the record here: https://open.spotify.c...

"Hail Mary" is a song by the late American rapper Tupac Shakur, who performed under the stage name Makaveli. Released as part of his 1997 album "The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory," the track features a somber tone and introspective lyrics that delve into themes of mortality, spirituality, and the struggles of life.  The song's structure includes a haunting melody and incorp...

Dope track from that legendary rap group from Detroit yeah! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Coming in at Number 15 on our Gangsta 100 Playlist, it's C-Murder's "Murder and Daz" from the Bossalinie album that dropped in 1999. The production was by LT Hutton who was white hot in the late 90's doing work for Death Row, Ruthless Records and No Limit.  This track became a classic. It has stood the test of time fasho. Daz surpsingly did not produce here but just rapped with...

One of my favorite tracks by Brotha Lynch Hung, DJ Epik on the beat. Check out this album, the CoatHanga Strangla! So many dope tracks on it. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sir Mix A Lot had a career before Baby Got back you know. This was a hit from the Swass record and it's timeless yo! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sliding in at number 13 on the Gangsta 100 Playlist, we've got the legendary track "Black Superman" by Above The Law. This banger comes from their album "Uncle Sam's Curse," which hit the streets back in 1994. If you haven't had the chance to hear it yet, do yourself a solid and hit pause on this and go dive into that album. Trust me. "Black Superman" stands tal...

Ayo, it's time to dive into another No Limit classic! This time we’re gonna check out Mystikal’s "Unpredictable" album. I haven't given it a listen before, so let's find out what it's all about. Was it a banger that set the streets on fire, or is it just another disappointment? I'm gonna break down each track for you and then drop a grade at the end. So let’s get it cra...

Sliding in at the Number 12 spot, we got Spice 1's banger "The Thug in Me." This track marked the very first jam off the Black Bossalini album that dropped back in '97, and it ain't just any song; it’s a tribute to the legend Tupac. Now, here’s the kicker – the man behind the production is none other than Paris! Yeah, you heard that right, Paris brought the heat, and he also la...

Foe The Love of $ is a dope track with Eazy-E spittin' fire. DJ Yella laid down that sick beat. Can't get enough of this jam! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Another dope ass track! It's murda! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bun-B dropped a dope track called "Swang on Em," produced by Enigma. It's definitely one of my top picks. Make sure to hit up the Gangsta 100 playlist in the show notes for more bangers! And don’t sleep on some Bun-B, ya feel me? https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0OoekyyKzYSDPvjci2hESr?si=3bb149f82b934126 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://re...

Rolling in at number 8, we got Gangsta Dresta and BG Knockout with "Real Brothas." This track hits hard, and I’m all about it. These two go back and forth, delivering a true West Coast hip hop anthem. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0OoekyyKzYSDPvjci2hESr?si=2d7b7f2f84804a78 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Yukmouth and Tech9ne with the heat on this one! It’s a classic from the Albulation record. It’s #7 on the Gangsta 100 Playlist. Check it out. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0OoekyyKzYSDPvjci2hESr?si=zFks2PTeQ6eT8mzbFQ5zCw&pi=u-d8wbuPJKTkmH Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Check it out, Esham's "Gangsta Dedication" from the 2005 A1-Yola Record is a classic jam for all the gangstas out there. You don't wanna sleep on this one! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0OoekyyKzYSDPvjci2hESr?si=D5j-UBH2QeSbSAX0V5jHWQ&pi=u-c6DLkBo6Qkea Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

🎶 Yo, welcome to Track 5 of 100 on the Gangsta 100 playlist! We’re bringin’ it back with Warren G’s underrated gem, “Do You See.” This one flies under the radar, but trust me, it deserves a spot on this list! 💯  Dive into the vibes and let the smooth beats take you away. After you give it a listen, hit up the comments and let me know your thoughts. Don’t forget to smash that subscribe button to...