What makes Girls in the Hood by Megan Thee Stallion notable?

The track is noteworthy for its sampling of Eazy-E's classic 'Boyz-n-the-Hood', which connects Megan to the lineage of West Coast rap while asserting her own place within it. Additionally, its release contributed to Megan's growing acclaim and visibility in the industry, further charting within the Billboard Hot 100. By the time 'Girls in the Hood' was released on June 26, 2020, Megan Thee Stallion had established herself as a rising star in hip-hop, following her breakout EP ‘Suga’ earlier that year. This single arrived shortly after her major commercial success with hits like 'Savage', cementing her position as a prominent voice in contemporary rap.

How many songs are on Girls in the Hood?

Girls in the Hood has 1 track, running approximately 2 minutes.

Girls in the Hood

Megan Thee Stallion · 2020

2 min · 1 track · hip-hop

A bold and brash anthem that fuses trap beats with assertive lyrics celebrating female empowerment and resilience.

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Girls in the Hood — This title track encapsulates the album's spirit by merging catchy hooks with empowering messages about femininity and strength in a male-dominated environment.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The track blends assertive lyrics with a strong beat, connecting past and present in hip-hop.

What we noticed

The track features a steady trap beat with heavy bass that drives the rhythm throughout its duration.
The song incorporates a prominent sample from Eazy-E's 'Boyz-n-the-Hood', which adds a nostalgic layer to the production.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This single solidified her status in hip-hop after earlier successes.
Themes: female empowerment· trap music resilience· Houston pride
Career context: By the time 'Girls in the Hood' was released on June 26, 2020, Megan Thee Stallion had established herself as a rising star in hip-hop, following her breakout EP ‘Suga’ earlier that year. This single arrived shortly after her major commercial success with hits like 'Savage', cementing her position as a prominent voice in contemporary rap.
Stylistic neighbors: Nicki Minaj· Doja Cat· Saweetie