What makes A Constipated Monkey by Kurious notable?

The album gained attention for its innovative approach to lyricism and production, receiving positive reviews from music critics who recognized Kurious as a fresh voice in hip-hop. It also helped solidify the presence of Latinx artists in the genre during a period dominated by mainstream narratives. Released in 1994, A Constipated Monkey was Kurious' debut album, marking his entry into the hip-hop scene after collaborating with various artists. At this time, he was aligned with the influential underground movement, showcasing a unique style that paved the way for his later works.

How many songs are on A Constipated Monkey?

A Constipated Monkey has 12 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

A Constipated Monkey

Kurious · 1994

53 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop

A playful, inventive blend of clever wordplay and rich samples that encapsulates the essence of early '90s hip-hop.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Spell It With a J (Yes, Yes Jorge) — This track opens the album with an infectious energy and sets the tone for Kurious's playful yet incisive lyrical style.
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Top Notch — A standout track that showcases Kurious's clever wordplay and ability to weave intricate rhymes over a catchy beat.
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Uptown Shit — Here, Kurious captures the essence of urban life with vivid imagery, making it one of the most relatable tracks on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album showcases inventive lyricism and diverse production, marking a notable debut in early '90s hip-hop.

What we noticed

Kurious employs playful and inventive wordplay throughout the lyrics, often using internal rhymes and clever punchlines.
Several tracks utilize call-and-response structures, engaging the listener and creating an interactive feel.
The production style varies significantly between tracks, with some leaning heavily on funk samples while others incorporate jazz elements.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Spell It With a J (Yes, Yes Jorge) 5:05
2 Top Notch 4:04
3 I'm Kurious 3:54
4 Uptown Shit 4:38
5 Leave Ya' With This 3:42
6 Fresh Out the Box 5:15
7 Walk Like a Duck 4:57
8 Tear Shit Up 3:39
9 Baby Bust It 4:32
10 Nikole 4:22
11 What's the Real 4:27
12 Jorge of the Projects 4:32

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