Still Explosive cover

Still Explosive

Messy Marv · 2001

53 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

Raw storytelling merges with gritty beats, capturing the essence of early 2000s West Coast hip-hop culture.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Niggaz Gone Hate Me — This track stands out for its unapologetic exploration of the struggles and adversities faced by the artist, showcasing his resilience and authenticity.
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    Is Real — In this track, Messy Marv delves into the realities of street life with vivid imagery and a compelling narrative that resonates deeply with listeners.
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    Forever Thug Life — Thematically rich, this song encapsulates the ethos of loyalty and survival in the face of hardship, making it a critical representation of the album's message.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo rhythmic flow
  • gritty urban storytelling vibes
  • engaging lyrical depth throughout
  • for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • seek instant gratification hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, Still Explosive was Messy Marv's sophomore album, following his debut, which had garnered regional attention. At this point in his career, he was establishing his voice within the Bay Area rap scene, blending personal narratives with street life themes.
Stylistic neighbors
E-40· Too Short· Celly Cel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 1:29
  • 2 Make It Crack Then 3:51
  • 3 Niggaz Gone Hate Me 3:32
  • 4 Hold Me Down 3:54
  • 5 Is Real 2:46
  • 6 Nubian Queen 4:11
  • 7 Keep It Gangsta 3:39
  • 8 Parking Lot Peezy (Interlude) 1:21
  • 9 Ya Heard That 4:04
  • 10 I'm A Soldier Boy 3:47
  • 11 Forever Thug Life 3:38
  • 12 That's Nothin' 2:47
  • 13 Real Talk 3:47
  • 14 Mil Tickets & Big Fish 5:24
  • 15 Nubian Queen (Remix) 4:15
  • 16 Representin' (Outro) 1:07

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