Monkey Business cover

Monkey Business

Black Eyed Peas · 2005

70 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · pop rap

Energetic anthems blend hip-hop beats with playful pop hooks and multicultural influences.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • energetic workout motivation
  • upbeat dance party vibes
  • catchy hooks and choruses
  • playful, fun listening experience
  • dynamic and varied pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 30, 2005, 'Monkey Business' was the Black Eyed Peas' fourth studio album and a follow-up to their breakthrough album, 'Elephunk.' At this point in their career, the group had solidified their mainstream appeal, transitioning from underground hip-hop to global pop sensations with chart-topping hits. The album showcased their evolving sound and further established them as a leading force in the pop-rap genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Cypress Hill· Pitbull· J Balvin

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pump It 3:33
  • 2 Don’t Phunk With My Heart 3:59
  • 3 My Style 4:28
  • 4 Don’t Lie 3:39
  • 5 My Humps 5:26
  • 6 Like That 4:34
  • 7 Dum Diddly 4:19
  • 8 Feel It 4:19
  • 9 Gone Going 3:13
  • 10 They Don’t Want Music 6:46
  • 11 Disco Club 3:48
  • 12 Bebot 3:30
  • 13 Ba Bump 3:56
  • 14 Audio Delite at Low Fidelity 5:29
  • 15 Union 5:04
  • 16 Do What You Want 4:02

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