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Cydeways: The Best of The Pharcyde

The Pharcyde · 2001

59 min · 15 tracks · West Coast hip-hop

A vibrant collection of playful rhymes and innovative beats that captures the essence of 90s West Coast hip-hop.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful rhymes for casual listening
  • dynamic flow with varied peaks
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • nostalgic vibes from the 90s

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive albums
  • seek serious or heavy themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, 'Cydeways: The Best of The Pharcyde' marks a retrospective compilation for the group following their third studio album, 'Labcabincalifornia', in 1995. By this time, The Pharcyde had solidified their reputation as pioneers of alternative hip-hop, showcasing their unique blend of humor and introspection. This compilation encapsulates their most impactful work while reflecting on the group's evolution during the late 90s.
Stylistic neighbors
A Tribe Called Quest· De La Soul· J Dilla

Tracklist

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

  • 1 It’s Jiggaboo Time 1:28
  • 2 Ya Mama 4:22
  • 3 Oh Shit 4:29
  • 4 Quinton’s on the Way 2:10
  • 5 Pack the Pipe 5:05
  • 6 Return of the B-Boy 3:34
  • 7 4 Better or 4 Worse 0:37
  • 8 Passing Me By 5:03
  • 9 Otha Fish 5:23
  • 10 Drop 5:38
  • 11 Runnin’ 4:56
  • 12 Somethin’ That Means Somethin’ 3:29
  • 13 Devil Music 4:14
  • 14 She Said (Jay Dee remix) 4:25
  • 15 Panty Raid 4:04

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