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Players

Too Short · 1985

44 min · 7 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop

A raw and unfiltered exploration of street life, delivered through slick beats and Too Short's signature laid-back flow.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove appreciation
  • laid-back vibes for socializing
  • consistent flow for background listening
  • narrative exploration of street life

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy dance tracks
  • prefer short, standalone hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1985, 'Players' was Too Short's debut album, marking his entry into the burgeoning West Coast hip-hop scene. At this point in his career, he had already begun to establish his persona as a provocative storyteller, which would define much of his later work. This album set the stage for his influence on gangsta rap and the dirty rap subgenre.
Stylistic neighbors
E-40· Mac Dre· Snoop Dogg

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Players 6:58
  • 2 From Here to New York 6:08
  • 3 Don’t Even Stop 6:32
  • 4 Wild, Wild, West 7:03
  • 5 Everytime 5:00
  • 6 Dance (Don’t Geek) 5:53
  • 7 Coke Dealers 6:49

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata