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All Got Our Runnins

The Streets · 2003

35 min · 8 tracks · hip-hop

A blend of urban storytelling and infectious beats that captures the gritty essence of early 2000s UK hip-hop.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Let's Push Things Forward (The Streets remix) — This track exemplifies Skinner's conversational lyricism and ability to blend everyday life with catchy hooks, setting the tone for the album.
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    All Got Our Runnins — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of resilience and community, featuring infectious rhythms that invite listeners to engage with its narrative.
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    Weak Become Heroes (Ashley Beedle's Love Bug vocal) — This extended track highlights the emotional depth of Skinner’s storytelling, contrasting vulnerability with upbeat production that resonates throughout.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • urban storytelling with wit
  • engaging remixes and instrumentals
  • short bursts of energy

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2003, All Got Our Runnins marked a transitional moment for The Streets, following their breakthrough debut Original Pirate Material. This album showcased Mike Skinner's unique lyrical style and production techniques while solidifying his role as a leading figure in the grime and hip-hop scenes in the UK.
Stylistic neighbors
Dizzee Rascal· Mike Skinner· Lethal Bizzle

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Let's Push Things Forward (The Streets remix) 3:23
  • 2 The Streets Score (instrumental) 3:48
  • 3 Give Me My Lighter Back 3:21
  • 4 All Got Our Runnins 4:24
  • 5 Don't Mug Yourself (Mr. Figit remix) 2:46
  • 6 Weak Become Heroes (Ashley Beedle's Love Bug vocal) 8:16
  • 7 It's Come to This (The Streets vs. High Contrast) 5:59
  • 8 The Streets Score 3:34

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