Blame It On the Streets cover

Blame It On the Streets

YG · 2014

57 min · 10 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop

Raw narratives blend with infectious West Coast beats, creating a gritty yet captivating sonic landscape.

Why this album works

The album is notable for its raw portrayal of street life and garnered significant attention for its unfiltered lyrics. It contributed to YG's rise within the hip-hop scene, solidifying his reputation and influencing subsequent artists in the genre, especially within the gangsta rap movement.
Career context
By the time YG released 'Blame It On the Streets' in December 2014, he was riding high on the success of his debut studio album, 'My Krazy Life.' This project marked a significant moment in his career as it showcased his evolution into a prominent voice in West Coast hip-hop, coming just months after his first major commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors
Gucci Mane· Lil Jon· Lil' Kim

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bpt (live in the Bay 2014) 3:25
  • 2 Bicken Back Being Bool (remix) Standout 3:22
  • 3 Blame It On the Streets Standout 3:19
  • 4 Ride With Me Standout 3:50
  • 5 Me & My Bitch 3:38
  • 6 If I Ever 3:43
  • 7 G$Fb 3:21
  • 8 O.M.M.I.O. Freestyle 1:27
  • 9 2015 Flow 2:17
  • 10 Blame It on the Streets Standout 29:01

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