All Got Our Runnins
The Streets · 2003
35 min · 8 tracks · hip-hop · grime
A vibrant blend of UK garage beats and clever lyricism that captures urban life in early 2000s Britain.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its innovative approach to blending genres, which contributed to the mainstream acceptance of grime and UK hip-hop. It features remixes and collaborations that highlight Skinner's influence on the evolving landscape of British music, earning critical acclaim from publications like NME and Pitchfork.
- Best for
- dynamic peaks and valleys urban storytelling with wit engaging remixes and instrumentals
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'All Got Our Runnins' is a follow-up to The Streets' acclaimed debut album, 'Original Pirate Material.' At this point in his career, Mike Skinner was solidifying his status as a leading voice in the UK garage and grime scenes, crafting a unique sound that combined storytelling with infectious rhythms.
- Stylistic neighbors
- giorge mijael· Gorillaz· Duran Duran· Ellie Goulding· Pet Shop Boys· Blur· Robbie Williams· Radiohead
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Let's Push Things Forward (The Streets remix) Standout 3:23
- 2 The Streets Score (instrumental) 3:48
- 3 Give Me My Lighter Back 3:21
- 4 All Got Our Runnins Standout 4:24
- 5 Don't Mug Yourself (Mr. Figit remix) 2:46
- 6 Weak Become Heroes (Ashley Beedle's Love Bug vocal) Standout 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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