What makes Put It in Your Mouth by Akinyele notable?

The album is significant for its unabashed exploration of sexual themes and explicit content, which sparked discussions about censorship in hip-hop. It garnered attention on the charts, peaking at number 35 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and gaining notoriety for its controversial lead single. Released on August 13, 1996, 'Put It in Your Mouth' was Akinyele's debut album following his earlier success featuring on tracks with artists like Main Source. At this point in his career, Akinyele was carving out a niche in the then-burgeoning subgenre of dirty rap, bringing a boldness that would define his style moving forward.

How many songs are on Put It in Your Mouth?

Put It in Your Mouth has 5 tracks, running approximately 21 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Put It in Your Mouth

Akinyele · 1996

21 min · 5 tracks · hip-hop

Akinyele's provocative lyrics ride a gritty, bass-heavy beat that embodies the raw energy of mid-'90s hip-hop.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Put It in Your Mouth — The title track is a cornerstone of the album, showcasing Akinyele's signature blend of humor and explicitness while addressing taboo topics head-on, making it an anthem of the genre.
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Fuck Me for Free — This track further pushes boundaries with its candid lyrics about desire and sexuality, encapsulating the album’s fearless approach to discussing relationships and intimacy.
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The Robbery Song — This song stands out for its storytelling, depicting a vivid narrative around crime and survival that reflects the harsh realities faced by many urban youths during the '90s.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

54 /100

Foothills

Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

Akinyele's debut showcases strong lyrical themes and production typical of mid-'90s hip-hop, making it distinctive yet cohesive.

What we noticed

The first track features a heavy bass line that drives the rhythm, while Akinyele's vocal delivery is aggressive and confident.
Each song maintains a consistent tempo, with lyrical themes centered around sexuality and street life, creating a cohesive narrative throughout.
The EP closes with 'Thug Shit', which shifts to a darker tone, contrasting with the more playful nature of earlier tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Put It in Your Mouth

The chorus directly addresses the listener with an unapologetic demand that flips conventional sexual narratives on their head.

This direct engagement shifts power dynamics within the lyrics, creating a bold statement that both challenges societal norms and asserts confidence.

Tracklist

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

1 Put It in Your Mouth 3:22
2 The Robbery Song 5:32
3 In the World 3:08
4 Fuck Me for Free 3:45
5 Thug Shit 5:37

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