What makes Don't Fight the Feelin' by Rappin' 4-Tay notable?

The album features the hit single 'Playaz Club,' which became a staple track on West Coast radio, reaching significant chart positions. Its blend of funk and hip-hop elements not only solidified Rappin' 4-Tay's reputation but also showcased the burgeoning G-funk sound that would dominate the genre in the mid-'90s. Released in January 1994, Don't Fight the Feelin' is Rappin' 4-Tay's third studio album, following his successful second album, 1993's 'Rappin' 4-Tay Presents: The Players Club'. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his presence in the G-funk scene alongside artists like Too Short and E-40, contributing to the rise of West Coast hip-hop.

How many songs are on Don't Fight the Feelin'?

Don't Fight the Feelin' has 16 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

Don't Fight the Feelin'

Rappin' 4-Tay · 1994

67 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

A laid-back yet assertive blend of G-funk beats and streetwise lyricism that defines West Coast hip-hop in the '90s.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Playaz Club — This track epitomizes Rappin' 4-Tay's signature style with catchy hooks and a smooth delivery, making it an anthem for party culture and street life.
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Just Cause I Called You a Bitch — This track stands out for its bold lyrical content that challenges social norms while maintaining a playful tone, highlighting Rappin' 4-Tay's charismatic personality.
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I Got Cha Back — Offering a more introspective perspective, this song showcases Rappin' 4-Tay's ability to blend personal narratives with relatable themes of loyalty and friendship.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid G-funk production with engaging lyricism but lacks depth for long-term replay value.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the second half introduces more varied beats and lyrical themes.
The production employs prominent bass lines and synthesizers typical of G-funk, creating a laid-back yet assertive atmosphere.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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1 Back Again 2:12
2 Dank Season 4:34
3 Keep One in the Chamba 3:24
4 Can U Buckem' 4:16
5 Just Cause I Called You a Bitch 2:59
6 Playaz Club 4:26
7 She's a Sell Out 5:09
8 I'll Be Around 5:47
9 Tear the Roof Off 4:20
10 Sucka Free 4:43
11 Call It What You Want To 4:56
12 I Got Cha Back 4:08
13 This Is What I Know 3:38
14 The Gift 4:12
15 Out 4000 3:53
16 Playaz Club (remix) 4:36

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