Life Is... Too Short
Too Short · 1989
55 min · 10 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop
A gritty blend of laid-back grooves and explicit storytelling that redefined West Coast hip-hop.
Why this album works
The album was a commercial success, peaking at number 83 on the Billboard 200 and influencing countless artists in the West Coast hip-hop movement. Its explicit content sparked discussions around censorship in music, while tracks like 'I Ain't Trippin'' became staples in the genre.
- Best for
- laid-back grooves for relaxation explicit storytelling with humor dynamic exploration of themes
- Context
- Released on January 31, 1989, 'Life Is... Too Short' marked Too Short's major label debut following his earlier independent successes. This album solidified his presence in the hip-hop scene and showcased the G-funk style that would heavily influence the genre in the years to come.
- Stylistic neighbors
- E-40· Dr. Dre· Kool Keith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Life Is… Too $hort Standout 4:35
- 2 Rhymes 4:19
- 3 I Ain’t Trippin’ Standout 6:41
- 4 Nobody Does It Better 6:17
- 5 Oakland 4:42
- 6 Don’t Fight the Feelin’ 8:19
- 7 CussWords Standout 7:47
- 8 City of Dope 5:33
- 9 Pimp the Ho 5:53
- 10 Outro 0:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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