Ice Cube - Greatest Hits
Ice Cube · 2001
66 min · 17 tracks · gangsta rap
A celebratory blend of hard-hitting beats and sharp lyrical storytelling that encapsulates Ice Cube's multifaceted career.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pushin’ Weight Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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It Was a Good Day — This track stands out for its vivid narrative about a perfect day in South Central Los Angeles, showcasing Ice Cube's storytelling prowess and ability to capture everyday life.
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Check Yo Self (remix) — The remix elevates the original with a fresh beat and a memorable hook, highlighting Ice Cube's knack for catchy yet thought-provoking lyrics about self-awareness.
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You Know How We Do It — This anthem encapsulates the laid-back yet confident vibe of G-funk while reinforcing Ice Cube's status as a heavyweight in hip-hop with its smooth production and assertive lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- party-ready anthems for gatherings
- nostalgic vibes for summer days
- sharp lyrical narratives to reflect
- dynamic energy for road trips
- wave-like pacing for easy listening
Maybe skip if you
- preference for slow ballads
- dislike for lyrical complexity
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — Compiles key tracks, making it accessible for new listeners to Ice Cube's work.
- Career context
- By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in 2001, Ice Cube had transitioned from a pioneering voice in gangsta rap with N.W.A to a successful solo artist. This compilation came after his critically acclaimed album 'War & Peace Vol. 2 (The Peace Disc)' and showcased his evolution as both a musician and filmmaker, solidifying his status in hip-hop history.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dr. Dre· Eazy-E· Snoop Dogg
Tracklist
- 1 Pushin’ Weight Start here 3:53
- 2 Check Yo Self (remix) 3:53
- 3 We Be Clubbin’ 4:48
- 4 $100 Dollar Bill Ya’ll 3:42
- 5 Once Upon a Time in the Projects 4:04
- 6 Bow Down 3:26
- 7 Hello 3:51
- 8 You Can Do It 4:19
- 9 You Know How We Do It 3:47
- 10 It Was a Good Day 4:20
- 11 Bop Gun (One Nation) (radio edit) 4:47
- 12 What Can I Do? (remix) 4:24
- 13 My Summer Vacation 3:30
- 14 Steady Mobbin’ 4:10
- 15 Jackin’ for Beats 2:25
- 16 The ***** Ya Love to Hate 3:08
- 17 In the Late Night Hour 3:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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