Direct from the Backstreet cover

Direct from the Backstreet

Totally Insane · 1995

51 min · 13 tracks · hip-hop

A raw and unfiltered blend of aggressive beats and sharp lyrical wit reflecting the underground hip-hop scene of the mid-90s.

Top tracks — play these first

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    What Ya Know — This track showcases the group's signature aggressive style, merging hard-hitting beats with insightful commentary on their surroundings, establishing a blueprint for their sound.
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    Kiss No Ass — The track stands out for its unapologetic lyrics and bold stance against conformity, embodying the rebellious spirit that defines much of the album.
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    No More Mr. Nice Guy — This song highlights a shift in tone where vulnerability meets bravado, revealing personal struggles while maintaining an assertive delivery that resonates with listeners.
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    -N- The Backstreets — A definitive track that encapsulates the essence of the group's identity, it combines storytelling with a catchy hook, representing their roots and community.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 0:55
  • 2 What Ya Know 6:03
  • 3 Kiss No Ass 2:54
  • 4 No More Mr. Nice Guy 4:28
  • 5 Heartless Mother F*ck*r 4:05
  • 6 Mack Game 5:03
  • 7 The Insane 4:11
  • 8 Smoooth 3:39
  • 9 -N- The Backstreets 6:48
  • 10 I Can’t Be Faded 4:28
  • 11 I Don’t Even Trip 3:10
  • 12 Now Ya Understand 3:57
  • 13 Outro 2:09

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