Long Beach 2 Fillmoe
Daz Dillinger · 2001
47 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop
A raw blend of G-funk grooves and gritty narratives that encapsulate the essence of West Coast street life.
Top tracks — play these first
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What You Gone Do — As the opening track, it sets the tone for the album with its infectious beat and confident delivery, showcasing Daz's lyrical prowess.
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Fillmoe — This track serves as an homage to Daz's roots, featuring vivid storytelling about life in Fillmore, which highlights his connection to his community.
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Still Hustlin' — This song encapsulates the relentless spirit of hustle ingrained in gangsta rap, pairing potent lyrics with a smooth G-funk instrumental backdrop.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively captures West Coast hip-hop's essence through its G-funk sound and street narratives.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of laid-back G-funk beats, with synthesizers and deep bass lines that create a smooth yet gritty atmosphere.
- Many tracks incorporate narrative verses that reflect street life, often alternating between storytelling and braggadocio.
- Several songs utilize call-and-response structures, engaging the listener and creating a sense of interaction within the tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gritty reflections on street life
- ambitious narratives with urgency
- pacing that drives motivation
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lighthearted, upbeat vibes
- seek polished mainstream production
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Upon releasing 'Long Beach 2 Fillmoe' in January 2001, Daz Dillinger was firmly established as a prominent figure in West Coast hip-hop, following his success with Dogg Pound's debut album 'Dogg Food' in 1995. This record came during a period where he was carving out a solo career, having already established his reputation as a skilled lyricist and producer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kurupt· Warren G· Snoop Dogg
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Still Hustlin'
The narrative shifts from past struggles to present ambitions, emphasizing perseverance against adversity.
This progression not only delineates growth but also reflects the resilience often found in hip-hop storytelling.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What You Gone Do 4:23
- 2 Playing Hard 4:12
- 3 Street Life 3:00
- 4 One Nine 3:42
- 5 Fillmoe 3:36
- 6 Game for Sale 3:16
- 7 Think Smart 3:55
- 8 Still Hustlin' 4:03
- 9 Nothing but the Dogg 3:57
- 10 Ain't Nothin' Changed 3:59
- 11 Longbeach 2 Fillmoe 4:46
- 12 No Love 4:09
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