Little Big Man
Bushwick Bill · 1992
52 min · 12 tracks · gangsta rap
A gritty exploration of personal and social issues delivered through haunting beats and Bushwick Bill's raw, unfiltered lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Little Big Man — The title track encapsulates Bushwick Bill's complex persona, combining autobiographical elements with a reflection on societal perceptions of his life experiences.
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Letter From KKK — This track confronts racism head-on, using stark imagery to challenge listeners' views on race and prejudice while showcasing Bill's lyrical dexterity.
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Stop Lying — In this song, Bushwick Bill addresses falsehoods in both personal relationships and broader societal narratives, illustrating his introspective style and authenticity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's raw storytelling and unique sound mark it as a significant entry in Southern hip-hop.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken intro that sets a dark tone, followed by tracks that blend storytelling with aggressive beats.
- Bushwick Bill's delivery varies from rapid-fire verses to slower, more contemplative moments, reflecting the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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.
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Letter From KKK
The writing shifts to a confrontational tone as it directly addresses systemic racism, illustrating the stark realities faced by marginalized communities.
This moment disrupts the listener's comfort by placing them in an uncomfortable dialogue that reflects real-world issues rather than shying away from them.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 3:19
- 2 Little Big Man 3:34
- 3 Stop Lying 3:55
- 4 Call Me Crazy 4:32
- 5 Chuckwick 4:56
- 6 Don't Come to Big 3:19
- 7 Ever So Clear 5:58
- 8 Copper to Cash 4:27
- 9 Dollars and Sense 4:16
- 10 Letter From KKK 4:20
- 11 Take Em' Off 4:45
- 12 Skitso 5:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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