Funk Man
Del the Funky Homosapien · 2009
57 min · 13 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant blend of funky grooves and sharp lyrical wit, capturing the essence of alternative hip-hop's playful side.
Top tracks — play these first
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Get It Right Now! — The opening track sets an upbeat tone with its infectious energy and introduces Del's signature playful lyricism, making it a standout entry point into the album.
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I'm Smellin' Myself — This track exemplifies Del's humorous self-confidence and features an engaging beat that encourages listeners to embrace their individuality.
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Land of Funk — With its catchy hook and lively instrumentation, this track celebrates funk culture while showcasing Del's ability to blend humor and social commentary seamlessly.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Funk Man showcases strong lyrical wit and vibrant grooves, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven across tracks.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a funky tone, maintaining an upbeat tempo for the first half before introducing slower grooves.
- Del's lyrical delivery often features rapid-fire verses that play off the rhythm of the instrumentation, creating a dynamic interplay between words and music.
- Several tracks incorporate live instrumentation alongside samples, adding depth to the sound and enhancing the funk elements throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady grooves for dancing
- playful humor throughout tracks
- consistent flow with peaks
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- lyrical wit for engaged listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek deep introspective themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Funk Man marked Del the Funky Homosapien's return after a five-year hiatus since his last album, 2004's Both Sides of the Brain. This album signified a continued evolution in Del's style, as he embraced funk influences while maintaining his unique lyrical approach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aesop Rock· MF DOOM· Hieroglyphics
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Get It Right Now! 4:51
- 2 And They Thought That Was Hell 5:10
- 3 Fit Like a Glove 4:41
- 4 Go Against the Grain 4:21
- 5 Hardcore Punks Can't Take It 3:51
- 6 I'm Smellin' Myself 5:04
- 7 King of Fighters 5:41
- 8 News Alert 4:14
- 9 Simple Satisfaction 3:03
- 10 Sometimes I Gotta Get Stupid 1:52
- 11 Straight From the Big Bad West Coast 5:27
- 12 Land of Funk 4:52
- 13 Young Adrenaline 4:21
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