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Cooky Puss

Beastie Boys · 1983

14 min · 4 tracks · hardcore punk · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop

A playful collision of punk energy and hip-hop beats, bursting with irreverent humor and youthful exuberance.

Cooky Puss is a single by Beastie Boys, released in 1983. A playful collision of punk energy and hip-hop beats, bursting with irreverent humor and youthful exuberance. 'Cooky Puss' is significant as one of the early releases that helped shape alternative hip-hop, showcasing the Beastie Boys' distinctive style. The EP gained underground popularity, leading to critical acclaim and establishing the group as innovators within both the punk and hip-hop scenes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cooky Puss sound like?

A playful collision of punk energy and hip-hop beats, bursting with irreverent humor and youthful exuberance. Rooted in hardcore punk and hip-hop.

What makes Cooky Puss by Beastie Boys notable?

'Cooky Puss' is significant as one of the early releases that helped shape alternative hip-hop, showcasing the Beastie Boys' distinctive style. The EP gained underground popularity, leading to critical acclaim and establishing the group as innovators within both the punk and hip-hop scenes. Released in 1983, 'Cooky Puss' marked the Beastie Boys' debut project, setting the stage for their unique blend of punk and hip-hop. At this time, they were transitioning from a hardcore punk band to a pioneering rap group, experimenting with sounds that would later define their career.

How many songs are on Cooky Puss?

Cooky Puss has 4 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·14:14

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

  • 1 Cooky Puss Standout 3:21
  • 2 Bonus Batter Standout 2:21
  • 3 Beastie Revolution Standout 5:11
  • 4 Cooky Puss (Censored version) 3:21

Release Date

January 1, 1983

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

14 min 14 sec