Connected and Respected
E-40 · 2018
57 min · 19 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A vibrant blend of West Coast swagger and lyrical introspection, punctuated by catchy hooks and confident delivery.
Why this album works
This album marked E-40's continued relevance in the genre, debuting at number 38 on the Billboard 200 chart. Its combination of hard-hitting tracks and relatable themes resonated with both longtime fans and newer listeners, further solidifying E-40's status as a pivotal figure in contemporary hip-hop.
- Best for
- steady pacing with interludes lyrical introspection and swagger catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- Context
- By 2018, E-40 was a seasoned veteran in the hip-hop scene, having released over two dozen albums. 'Connected and Respected' arrived shortly after his celebrated 2016 project 'The D-Boy Diary: Book 1,' continuing to showcase his influence and adaptability within the evolving landscape of West Coast hip-hop.
- If you like
- hip-hop, gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Life Lessons Standout 2:55
- 2 Straight Like That 3:20
- 3 Boy 3:41
- 4 Guilty by Association Standout 4:18
- 5 Carpal Tunnel 3:31
- 6 Stompdown (skit 1) 0:21
- 7 Meet the Dealers 3:48
- 8 Get It on My Own 3:35
- 9 Up Against It 3:43
- 10 Fsho 2:18
- 11 Whooped 3:05
- 12 Tap In Standout 3:17
- 13 You Ah Lie 4:30
- 14 Need to Know 3:05
- 15 Stompdown (skit 2) 0:26
- 16 Bare 2:23
- 17 Barbershop 3:37
- 18 Blame It 2:26
- 19 So High 3:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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