What makes It's All Good by MC Breed notable?

The album features the hit single 'Gotta Get Mine', which helped it reach notable chart positions and reinforced MC Breed's influence in the Midwest hip-hop movement. Its vibrant production style and relatable lyrics resonated with audiences, contributing to the continued evolution of G-funk during the late '90s. By the time 'It's All Good' was released in 1999, MC Breed was already an established figure in hip-hop, having gained recognition with his earlier works like 'Funkdafied' in 1991. This album marked a continuation of his exploration of G-funk and hardcore rap, solidifying his place within the genre during its peak popularity.

How many songs are on It's All Good?

It's All Good has 12 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

It's All Good

MC Breed · 1999

44 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of G-funk grooves and hard-hitting lyrics that defines the late '90s Midwest hip-hop scene.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Gotta Get Mine (remix) — This track stands out for its catchy hook and infectious beat, encapsulating the essence of late '90s G-funk while showcasing MC Breed's signature flow.
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Gangsta Shit — With its hard-hitting beats and bold lyrics, this track exemplifies the hardcore hip-hop vibe that defined much of Breed's work.
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It's All Good — The title track embodies a laid-back vibe and reflective lyrics, highlighting Breed's ability to balance tough themes with a smooth delivery.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid production and engaging lyrical content typical of late '90s hip-hop, with some standout tracks.

What we noticed

Tracks like 'Gangsta Shit' and 'Business Never Personal' employ a call-and-response structure, enhancing the engagement with listeners.
Several tracks feature interludes where the beat drops out, allowing for vocal emphasis on hard-hitting lyrics, creating dynamic shifts in energy.

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

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

It's All Good

MC Breed shifts from boasting about success to contemplating life's challenges reveals a deeper vulnerability.

This shift adds complexity to his persona, contrasting the braggadocio common in hip-hop with authentic introspection.

Tracklist

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

1 Intro 1:23
2 Gotta Get Mine (remix) 4:21
3 Gangsta Shit 5:06
4 Tricks 3:15
5 It's All Good 4:24
6 She Likes It 0:45
7 Work It From the Bottom 4:11
8 Let's Go to da Club 4:16
9 Business Never Personal 4:09
10 Rule No. 1 3:41
11 Smoke Wit a Nigga 4:27
12 Boom Boom 4:02

What to play next

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The Thugz, Vol. 1

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