Freddie Foxxx Is Here cover

Freddie Foxxx Is Here

Freddie Foxxx · 1989

55 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop

A raw, energetic blend of streetwise lyricism and hard-hitting beats that define late '80s hip-hop.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Somebody Else Bumped Your Girl — This track stands out with its clever narrative about romantic betrayal and showcases Foxxx's storytelling ability combined with catchy hooks.
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    The Ladies Jam — Celebrating female empowerment in hip-hop, this song mixes smooth grooves with confident lyrics, capturing the playful yet serious tone of the album.
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    Keep Doin’ It Like This — A quintessential party anthem, this track encapsulates the upbeat vibe of the late '80s hip-hop scene while highlighting Foxxx’s charismatic delivery.
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    Ain’t No Sunshine — This cover infuses a classic R&B track with Foxxx's distinct style, showcasing his versatility and emotional range as an artist.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic performances and solid production typical of its era but lacks standout tracks that elevate it further.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks feature call-and-response elements between Freddie Foxxx and background vocalists, enhancing the interactive feel of the music.
  • The production employs heavy bass lines and sharp snares typical of late '80s hip-hop, with some tracks incorporating samples from funk and soul records.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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

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

  • 1 The Master 3:19
  • 2 Somebody Else Bumped Your Girl 5:02
  • 3 The Ladies Jam 4:37
  • 4 Forever 5:13
  • 5 Stop, Look & Listen 4:09
  • 6 Serious 5:28
  • 7 Ain’t No Sunshine 4:27
  • 8 Keep Doin’ It Like This 4:31
  • 9 Busted 4:17
  • 10 Make ’em Feel It 5:08
  • 11 Freddie Foxxx Is Here 3:58
  • 12 I’m Ready 5:25

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