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Crime Pays

Cam'ron · 2009

73 min · 23 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop

A gritty tapestry of street narratives woven with sharp wit and infectious hooks.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, engaging storytelling skits
  • dynamic lyrical wordplay
  • immersive narrative exploration
  • steady groove for background listening
  • varied pacing throughout tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Crime Pays' was released in 2009, Cam'ron was navigating a resurgence following a hiatus after his previous album, 'Killa Season.' This project marked his return to the forefront of East Coast hip-hop, showcasing his signature blend of humor and hard-edged storytelling amidst evolving musical landscapes.
Stylistic neighbors
Juelz Santana· Jim Jones· Mase

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Crime Pays Intro 2:32
  • 2 Cookin' Up 4:03
  • 3 Where I Know You From 4:03
  • 4 Fuck Cam #1 (skit) 1:24
  • 5 Never Ever 3:30
  • 6 Curve 3:43
  • 7 Silky (No Homo) 3:20
  • 8 Get It in Ohio 4:23
  • 9 Who 3:43
  • 10 Grease (skit) 2:10
  • 11 You Know What's Up 3:16
  • 12 Spend the Night 4:03
  • 13 Fuck Cam #2 (skit) 1:12
  • 14 Woo Hoo 3:50
  • 15 Chalupa 4:01
  • 16 Cookies-N-Apple Juice 3:55
  • 17 My Job 3:47
  • 18 Homicide 3:43
  • 19 Fuck Cam #3 (skit) 0:50
  • 20 Got It for Cheap 4:11
  • 21 Get It Get It 3:14
  • 22 Bottom of the Pussy 3:16
  • 23 Fuck Cam #4 (skit) 1:13

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