Cocktails
Too Short · 1995
67 min · 12 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop
A smooth blend of G-funk beats and sharp, provocative lyrics that define West Coast hip-hop's swagger.
Why this album works
'Cocktails' debuted at number 15 on the Billboard 200 and is notable for expanding Too Short's mainstream appeal. The album's mix of party anthems and street narratives influenced the G-funk genre while further establishing Too Short as a pioneer of dirty rap.
- Best for
- steady groove for social gatherings smooth rhythms for casual listening provocative themes for confident vibes
- Context
- Released on January 24, 1995, 'Cocktails' is Too Short's ninth studio album, following his breakthrough with 'Get In Where You Fit In' in 1993. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the West Coast hip-hop scene, known for his explicit lyrics and distinctive style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- E-40· Dr. Dre· Kool Keith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ain't Nothing Like Pimpin' Standout 6:46
- 2 Cocktales Standout 6:06
- 3 Can I Get a Bitch 5:12
- 4 Coming Up $hort 5:42
- 5 Thangs Change Standout 6:07
- 6 Paystyle 5:44
- 7 Giving Up the Funk 5:14
- 8 Top Down 5:07
- 9 We Do This 5:51
- 10 Game 5:16
- 11 Sample the Funk 6:54
- 12 Don't Fuck for Free 3:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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