What makes How We Do by Das EFX notable?

How We Do received moderate attention upon its release, showcasing Das EFX's distinctive style which influenced many underground hip-hop artists. Although it did not achieve major chart success, its critical reception highlighted the duo's unique blend of humor and street narratives, contributing to the ongoing legacy of East Coast hip-hop during a transformative era. Released in 2003, How We Do is Das EFX's fourth studio album, following their 1998 record, Generation EFX. At this point in their career, the duo was navigating a changing hip-hop landscape while trying to reclaim their position amidst increased competition from newer artists. The album reflects their efforts to adapt and stay relevant.

How many songs are on How We Do?

How We Do has 13 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

How We Do

Das EFX · 2003

47 min · 13 tracks · East Coast hip-hop

Raw lyrical prowess and intricate wordplay intertwine with infectious beats, defining the essence of early 2000s East Coast hip-hop.

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Full Tyme Hussle — This track exemplifies Das EFX's signature rapid-fire delivery and clever wordplay, showcasing their lyrical dexterity over a hard-hitting beat.
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Get It Poppin’ — Here, the duo combines catchy hooks with energetic verses that capture the essence of urban hustle, emphasizing their continued relevance in hip-hop culture.
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Jungle — In Jungle, the duo explores themes of survival and authenticity, providing a gritty reflection on life in urban environments while maintaining their characteristic playful style.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

Das EFX's lyrical complexity and sampling choices create a distinctive East Coast hip-hop sound, though its impact remains moderate.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate samples from classic funk and soul records, creating a nostalgic yet fresh sound.
The sequencing alternates between high-energy tracks and more reflective pieces, maintaining listener engagement throughout.
The final track includes a spoken word outro that ties back to themes introduced in earlier songs.

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

Influence 3/10

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 Intro 0:49
2 Greezy 3:58
3 Full Tyme Hussle 4:12
4 Dro & Henne 4:01
5 The Memories Remain 3:32
6 Diggy Das 4:15
7 G Music 4:07
8 Get It Poppin’ 3:33
9 Jungle 4:25
10 How We Do 4:00
11 East Coast Husslaz 3:28
12 Let’s Get Money 3:26
13 B.S.A.P 3:32

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