Move Somethin'
2 Live Crew · 1988
40 min · 13 tracks · Southern hip-hop
A raw, energetic blend of Miami bass and provocative lyrics that challenge social norms.
Why this album works
'Move Somethin'' is significant not only for its commercial success but also for its pivotal role in the censorship debates surrounding hip-hop music in the late 1980s. The album's explicit content led to legal battles over obscenity and ultimately contributed to the establishment of clearer guidelines regarding adult content in music.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels short, punchy listening sessions engaging party atmosphere
- Context
- By the time 'Move Somethin'' was released in August 1988, 2 Live Crew had already gained notoriety with their debut album 'As Nasty As They Wanna Be', which set the stage for their controversial reputation. This album served as a follow-up that solidified their role as pioneers in the Southern hip-hop genre while further pushing boundaries around explicit content.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mystikal· UGK· Three 6 Mafia
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduction 0:52
- 2 Drop the Bomb Standout 2:49
- 3 Move Somethin’ Standout 3:26
- 4 Ghetto Bass II 4:24
- 5 With Your Badself 2:21
- 6 P‐A‐N 3:15
- 7 H‐B‐C 3:20
- 8 S & M Standout 3:49
- 9 Do Wah Diddy 4:01
- 10 Word II 3:10
- 11 Feel Alright Y’all 2:54
- 12 One and One 2:24
- 13 Mega‐Mixx II 3:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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