Neighborhood Watch cover

Neighborhood Watch

Dilated Peoples · 2004

57 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of intricate lyricism and dynamic beats, reflecting urban life through a distinct hip-hop lens.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with lyrical depth
  • urban storytelling with vibrant beats
  • engaging narrative throughout tracks
  • sustained energy for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy, cohesive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'Neighborhood Watch' is the third studio album by Dilated Peoples, following their 2001 project 'Expansion Team'. At this point, the group was solidifying its presence in the underground hip-hop scene, having gained recognition for their unique sound and collaborations with other prominent artists.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Marathon 5:08
  • 2 Neighborhood Watch 3:26
  • 3 Tryin' to Breathe 4:08
  • 4 Caffeine 4:55
  • 5 Who's Who 4:05
  • 6 Poisonous 3:39
  • 7 Reach Us 5:02
  • 8 Big Business 2:29
  • 9 Love and War 3:46
  • 10 1580 Skit 1:13
  • 11 World on Wheels 3:56
  • 12 Closed Session 6:14
  • 13 This Way 4:05
  • 14 DJ Babu in Deep Concentration 5:16

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