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It's the Bootleg, Muthafuckas!

Apathy · 2003

122 min · 38 tracks · hip-hop

A raw and energetic collection of freestyles and tracks showcasing gritty East Coast hip-hop authenticity.

Why this album works

The album is notable for its candid exploration of street life and hip-hop culture, contributing to Apathy's standing as a crucial figure in underground rap. It received acclaim from fans and critics alike, bolstering Apathy's presence on the indie circuit and influencing a wave of subsequent underground artists.
Career context
Released in 2003, 'It's the Bootleg, Muthafuckas!' captures Apathy during his rise within the underground hip-hop scene, following his involvement in the early stages of the Army of the Pharaohs collective. This album served as a significant stepping stone, enhancing his reputation after earlier releases like 'The Choke' EP.
Stylistic neighbors
Lil Wayne· 2 Chainz· Yo Gotti

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 CT Shit 2:56
  • 2 Drive It Like I Stole It Standout 2:11
  • 3 Put Ya Dukes Up Standout 4:12
  • 4 Live at the BBQ 3:01
  • 5 Grow Up 3:25
  • 6 Power 3:15
  • 7 Nobody's Hero Standout 3:16
  • 8 Stronghold Freestyle 2:01
  • 9 Hell No 3:21
  • 10 Bloc Party 2:31
  • 11 Hard Work 2:33
  • 12 Chicka Chicka 3:53
  • 13 Own the World 3:25
  • 14 Have a Good Time 3:43
  • 15 Gotcha 3:39
  • 16 When the Cops Come Thru 3:05
  • 17 The Winter (Teddy Roxpin mix) 2:31
  • 18 Foreign Affair 3:54
  • 19 Weird Story 0:56

Disc 2

  • 1 Godz in da Front 4:49
  • 2 Cyrus the Great 50 MC's Freestyle 1:10
  • 3 Apathetic 3:34
  • 4 A.O.T.P. 1:53
  • 5 Go Ahead 3:06
  • 6 Feelin' U 4:10
  • 7 Observe the Sound 3:19
  • 8 This the Wun 3:01
  • 9 The Blues 3:46
  • 10 We Represent 3:33
  • 11 Everyday 2:37
  • 12 Know What You Want 4:00
  • 13 Night Life (12" mix) 3:49
  • 14 Only Feeling You 4:30
  • 15 Let Me Breathe 2:39
  • 16 Bring It Back 3:13
  • 17 The Winter (L.A. Dream mix) 3:44
  • 18 Compatible (Reformatted remix) 4:14
  • 19 The Connect 3:51

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