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Instrumentals

The Pharcyde · 2005

73 min · 17 tracks · West Coast hip-hop

A reflective collection of instrumental tracks that highlight The Pharcyde's signature blend of jazz, funk, and soulful hip-hop vibes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Passin' Me By — This track exemplifies The Pharcyde's emotional depth and lyrical storytelling, capturing the essence of youthful longing with its smooth instrumentation.
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    Officer — With its playful yet critical examination of authority, this track stands out for merging humor with social commentary, embodied by its catchy beat.
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    Runnin' — This track presents a hauntingly beautiful melody paired with introspective lyrics about struggle and perseverance, making it a standout moment on the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic vibes for reflection
  • steady flow for focused listening
  • laid-back beats for relaxation
  • intricate lyricism to explore
  • gradual peaks for emotional engagement

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, Instrumentals comes after The Pharcyde's critically acclaimed but commercially challenging albums, Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde and Labcabincalifornia. This album represents a return to their musical roots, focusing on the beats that propelled their earlier successes while providing a fresh sonic experience for fans.
Stylistic neighbors
A Tribe Called Quest· De La Soul· J Dilla

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Oh Shit 4:29
  • 2 4 Better or 4 Worse 4:17
  • 3 I'm That Type of Nigga 5:30
  • 4 On the DL 4:27
  • 5 Officer 4:04
  • 6 Ya Mama 3:46
  • 7 Passin' Me By 5:02
  • 8 Otha Fish 4:13
  • 9 Return of the B-Boy 3:30
  • 10 Bullshit 4:27
  • 11 Pharcyde 4:29
  • 12 Groupie Therapy 4:22
  • 13 Runnin' 5:02
  • 14 Somethin' That Means Somethin' 3:33
  • 15 Drop 3:49
  • 16 Devil Music 4:18
  • 17 The E.N.D. 4:21

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