Eazy-Duz-It
Eazy-E · 1988
50 min · 12 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop
Raw narratives flow over laid-back grooves, defining the West Coast gangsta rap sound of the late '80s.
Why this album works
'Eazy-Duz-It' became a cultural touchstone in hip-hop, peaking at number 41 on the Billboard 200 and helping to popularize gangsta rap on a national scale. The album's tracks are notable for their explicit content and social commentary, influencing countless artists and shaping the genre's direction in the years that followed.
- Best for
- laid-back grooves for easy listening steady flow with narrative peaks for casual hangouts
- Context
- Released on September 16, 1988, 'Eazy-Duz-It' was Eazy-E's debut studio album, solidifying his role as a pioneer of gangsta rap following his success with N.W.A. This album came at a time when he was transitioning from group member to solo artist, showcasing his distinctive voice and storytelling ability.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tupac Shakur· Dr. Dre· Ice Cube
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (Prelude) / Still Talkin’ 3:50
- 2 Nobody Move 4:49
- 3 Ruthless Villain 2:59
- 4 2 Hard Mutha’s 4:26
- 5 Boyz‐N‐The Hood (remix) Standout 6:22
- 6 Eazy‐Duz‐It Standout 4:21
- 7 We Want Eazy Standout 5:01
- 8 Eazy‐er Said Than Dunn 3:41
- 9 Radio 4:58
- 10 No More ?’s 3:55
- 11 I’mma Break It Down 3:29
- 12 Eazy – Chapter 8, Verse 10 2:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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