Raw Deluxe
Jungle Brothers · 1997
52 min · 12 tracks · alternative hip-hop
A vibrant blend of funky grooves and conscious lyrics that captures the essence of 90s alternative hip-hop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Jungle Brother (True Blue) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Gettin' Money — This track stands out for its catchy hook and clever lyricism, encapsulating the album's blend of fun and social commentary on wealth and ambition.
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Black Man on Track — A powerful statement on identity and race, this track showcases the group's commitment to addressing socio-political issues while maintaining an infectious rhythm.
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How Ya Want It We Got It (Native Tongues remix) — This remix exemplifies the collaborative spirit of the Native Tongues collective, enhancing the original with fresh production that revitalizes the track.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- playful beats for socializing
- insightful lyrics to ponder
- for road trips
- engaging flow throughout
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy intensity
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Significant for redefining hip-hop's boundaries with eclectic sound.
- Themes
- 90s hip-hop revival· Native Tongues ethos· urban identity politics
- Career context
- By the time 'Raw Deluxe' was released in 1997, Jungle Brothers were already influential figures in the alternative hip-hop scene, following their pivotal debut 'Straight Out the Jungle' in 1988. This album marked their return after a period of relative quiet, showcasing their evolution while still resonating with the Native Tongues collective’s ethos.
- Stylistic neighbors
- A Tribe Called Quest· De La Soul· The Roots
Tracklist
- 1 Jungle Brother (True Blue) Start here 4:10
- 2 Changes 3:53
- 3 Black Man on Track 4:40
- 4 Toe to Toe 4:01
- 5 Moving Along 4:46
- 6 Gettin' Money 4:12
- 7 Where You Wanna Go 3:19
- 8 Brain 4:59
- 9 Handle My Business 3:54
- 10 How Ya Want It We Got It (Native Tongues remix) 4:38
- 11 Bring It On 4:24
- 12 Jungle Brother (Stereo MC's mix) 5:06
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Low End Theory
A Tribe Called Quest
Shares the same jazzy production and conscious lyricism, rooted in the Native Tongues collective ethos.
Buhloone Mindstate
De La Soul
Both albums blend funk grooves with introspective lyrics, capturing the spirit of 90s alternative hip-hop.
Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star
Black Star
Features similar themes of urban identity and social consciousness with a vibrant, organic sound.
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