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BTN 2000

Public Enemy · 2000

46 min · 24 tracks · hardcore hip-hop

A frenetic collage of samples and politically charged lyrics, merging classic Public Enemy anthems with contemporary remixes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    There Were More Hype Believers Than Ever in 97" Introducing Another Birth Kult Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    Welcome to the Terrordome (X Games remix) — This track revitalizes one of the group's most iconic songs through an energetic remix that emphasizes the urgency of its original message against social injustice.
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    Bring the Noise — As a cornerstone of Public Enemy's discography, this reimagined version showcases their signature sound and continues to resonate with themes of resistance and empowerment.
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    911 Is a Joke — This track critiques systemic failures within emergency services, illustrating how Public Enemy's socio-political commentary remains relevant even years after its initial release.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • political urgency with frenetic energy
  • dynamic flow with interludes
  • short bursts of aggressive intensity
  • engaging commentary on societal issues

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, slower tracks
  • seek polished, radio-friendly sounds

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Reintroduced Public Enemy to a new generation, revitalizing interest in their message.
Career context
Released in 2000, BTN 2000 marked a significant moment for Public Enemy as they attempted to reassert their influence after a period of commercial decline. This album came nearly a decade after their groundbreaking work in the late '80s and early '90s, showcasing their enduring commitment to political commentary in hip-hop while exploring new sonic territories through remixes and reimagined tracks.
Stylistic neighbors
KRS-One· Nas· A Tribe Called Quest
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Tracklist

  • 1 There Were More Hype Believers Than Ever in 97" Introducing Another Birth Kult Start here 5:39
  • 2 Welcome to the Terrordome (X Games remix) 5:42
  • 3 Bring the Noise 1:54
  • 4 You're Gonne Get Yours 0:59
  • 5 Whole Lotta Love Going on in the Middle of Hell Don't Believe the Hype 1:33
  • 6 How to Kill a Radio Consultant 1:29
  • 7 Night of the Living Baseheads 0:54
  • 8 Cold Lampin' With Flavor 1:22
  • 9 Move! 2:17
  • 10 Walcome to the Terrordome 3:02
  • 11 What Side You On? 1:21
  • 12 Hazy Shade of Criminal 1:33
  • 13 Buck Whylin' 1:07
  • 14 Yo! Bum Rush the Show 1:29
  • 15 911 Is a Joke 1:37
  • 16 Louder Than a Bomb 0:54
  • 17 Rebel Without a Pause 1:15
  • 18 G'Damn Datt DJ Made My Day 1:03
  • 19 Son of Public Enemy 0:33
  • 20 Burn Hollywood Burn 1:16
  • 21 Incident Ay 66.6 FM 1:32
  • 22 Live and Underugged 2:02
  • 23 She Watch Channel Zero?! 2:31
  • 24 Swindlers Lust 3:41

What to play next

Revolverlution
Listen next

Revolverlution

2003

Continues the politically charged energy with a contemporary sound.
There's a Poison Goin' On
Go back to

There's a Poison Goin' On

1999

Sets the stage with similar themes and sonic experimentation.
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