Guilty by Affiliation
WC · 2007
52 min · 14 tracks · gangsta rap
A vibrant blend of G-funk grooves and gritty street narratives set against the backdrop of Los Angeles life.
Top tracks — play these first
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This Is Los Angeles — This track effectively sets the tone for the album, celebrating the vibrancy and complexity of Los Angeles while showcasing WC's lyrical prowess and flow.
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Guilty by Affiliation — The title track delves into themes of loyalty and the consequences of gang affiliation, encapsulating the album's core message through a compelling narrative style.
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Paranoid — This song explores mental health and anxiety in urban environments, using sharp lyrics to portray the psychological toll of street life, elevating its thematic depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends G-funk grooves with street narratives, though it lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with heavy G-funk influences, while the second half shifts to darker themes and slower tempos.
- Several tracks incorporate skits or interludes that provide context to the narratives, enhancing the storytelling aspect.
- The album includes multiple guest appearances from notable West Coast artists, which adds variety in vocal delivery and perspective.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for social gatherings
- sharp storytelling with vibrant energy
- consistent flow with engaging peaks
- for road trip vibes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lyrical depth and nuance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Guilty by Affiliation' was released in 2007, WC was solidifying his position within the West Coast hip-hop scene after gaining prominence with his earlier work, including his debut album 'Curb Servin’' in 1995. This album came during a period when he was re-establishing himself following collaborations with artists like Ice Cube and his involvement in the group Lench Mob.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ice Cube· Mack 10· Cypress Hill
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Is Los Angeles 3:05
- 2 West Coast Voodoo 3:23
- 3 Jack and the Bean Stalk 4:44
- 4 Paranoid 4:10
- 5 Guilty by Affiliation 4:08
- 6 Dodgeball 4:23
- 7 Keep It 100 4:17
- 8 Crazy Toones 4 President 2:22
- 9 If You See a Bad Bitch 3:47
- 10 Look at Me 3:28
- 11 Side Dick 3:27
- 12 80's Babies 3:38
- 13 Gang Injunctions 2:57
- 14 Addicted to It 4:29
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