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Biz Markie - Greatest Hits

Biz Markie · 2002

59 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop

A playful blend of humorous storytelling and infectious beats that define hip-hop's golden age.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful storytelling with infectious beats
  • steady flow for easy listening
  • great for group sing-alongs
  • nostalgic vibes for throwback fans

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer intense, high-energy tracks
  • seek deep, introspective content

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in 2002, Biz Markie had already established himself as a pioneer of hip-hop comedy and sampling. This compilation came nearly a decade after his breakthrough with 'Just a Friend' in 1989, showcasing his enduring influence and legacy in the genre.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Biz Dance, Part I 3:41
  • 2 Nobody Beats the Biz (original 12″ version) 5:04
  • 3 Biz Is Goin’ Off 4:51
  • 4 Vapors 4:33
  • 5 I Hear Music 3:49
  • 6 What Comes Around Goes Around 4:06
  • 7 Pickin’ Boogers 4:40
  • 8 Make the Music With Your Mouth Biz (original 12″ version) 5:16
  • 9 Just a Friend 4:01
  • 10 Spring Again 4:08
  • 11 Young Girl Bluez 4:09
  • 12 Studda Step 4:03
  • 13 Busy Doing Nuthin’ 3:54
  • 14 Turn tha Party Out 3:23

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