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Livin' Like Hustlers

Above the Law · 1990

45 min · 10 tracks · West Coast hip-hop

A gritty tapestry of street narratives woven with sharp beats and hard-hitting lyricism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • gritty narrative engagement

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, 'Livin' Like Hustlers' was Above the Law's debut album, marking their entrance into the West Coast hip-hop scene. The group was emerging from a collaborative relationship with Eazy-E and Ruthless Records, eager to carve out their own identity in a burgeoning genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Too Short· Dr. Dre· Tupac Shakur

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Murder Rap 4:14
  • 2 Untouchable 3:45
  • 3 Livin’ Like Hustlers 5:45
  • 4 Another Execution 4:21
  • 5 Menace to Society 4:33
  • 6 Just Kickin’ Lyrics 4:22
  • 7 Ballin’ 4:19
  • 8 Freedom of Speech 4:20
  • 9 Flow On (Move Me No Mountain) 3:57
  • 10 The Last Song 6:21

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