Royal Highness
Kottonmouth Kings · 1998
76 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of hip-hop and punk ethos, encapsulating carefree suburban rebellion and a countercultural spirit.
Why this album works
'Royal Highness' reached notable commercial success, peaking at number 27 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album's quirky themes and party-centric lyrics resonated with a youth culture seeking alternative voices in hip-hop, influencing a wave of artists exploring similar sounds.
- Best for
- carefree suburban rebellion vibes dynamic journey with peaks party-friendly anthems for groups
- Context
- When 'Royal Highness' was released in January 1998, Kottonmouth Kings were on the cusp of mainstream recognition following their debut album 'Hidden Stash'. This sophomore effort solidified their style blending rap with elements of rock and reggae, placing them at the forefront of the underground scene in California.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Drake· Beyoncé· Mariah Carey· Linkin Park· Jennifer Lopez· LL Cool J· Lana Del Rey· Miley Cyrus
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bong Tokin’ Alcoholics Standout 3:59
- 2 Play On 4:51
- 3 Suburban Life Standout 3:29
- 4 Life Ain’t What It Seems 3:42
- 5 So High Standout 4:19
- 6 Big Hoss 2:59
- 7 Spies 3:51
- 8 Bump 4:11
- 9 Dog’s Life 4:26
- 10 Misunderstood 3:21
- 11 Dirt Slang 2:34
- 12 What’s Your Trip 3:53
- 13 High Society 3:40
- 14 Psychedelic Funk 4:58
- 15 Me & My Skate 4:31
- 16 Discombobulated 4:10
- 17 Planet Budtron 13:09
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