Get Ya Mind Correct cover

Get Ya Mind Correct

Paul Wall · 2002

52 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop

A gritty exploration of Southern life, blending laid-back flows with sharp, streetwise lyricism.

Why this album works

'Get Ya Mind Correct' significantly impacted the Southern hip-hop scene, showcasing Paul Wall's unique style and earning critical acclaim. The album helped establish him as a mainstream artist, leading to collaborations with high-profile acts and charting on Billboard's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums list, which further solidified the Houston rap movement in the early 2000s.
Best for
steady flow for relaxed listening gritty narratives of southern life interludes that enhance storytelling
Context
Paul Wall was emerging as a prominent figure in Southern hip-hop with 'Get Ya Mind Correct', his debut album. Released in January 2002, it positioned him alongside other Houston rappers like Slim Thug and Mike Jones, contributing to the rise of the 'Chopped and Screwed' subculture. This album laid the groundwork for Wall's subsequent rise in popularity and influence in the genre.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 My Money Gets Jealous Standout 3:37
  • 2 N Love Wit My Money Standout 4:15
  • 3 Thinkin’ Thoed Standout 3:46
  • 4 Skit 0:58
  • 5 Falsifying 4:17
  • 6 U Owe Me 3:21
  • 7 Skit 0:08
  • 8 The Other Day 4:11
  • 9 Game Over 4:10
  • 10 I Wanna Get 3:27
  • 11 Balla Talk II 4:20
  • 12 Go Grind 4:03
  • 13 Skit 0:26
  • 14 Luv N My Life 3:27
  • 15 U Already Know 3:26
  • 16 Play Dirty 4:04
  • 17 Outro 0:22

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