What makes Still Standing by Goodie Mob notable?

The album received positive reviews from critics and showcased Goodie Mob's growth as artists willing to tackle social issues through their music. Its standout tracks contributed to its impact on the Southern hip-hop scene, influencing future generations of artists and highlighting the importance of lyrical depth and storytelling in rap. Still Standing is Goodie Mob's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed debut, Soul Food, in 1995. By this time, the group was solidifying their reputation as pioneers of the Southern hip-hop sound while navigating the mainstream industry's complexities. This album followed their previous release, One Monkey Don't Stop No Show, which had a more commercial approach.

How many songs are on Still Standing?

Still Standing has 15 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

Still Standing

Goodie Mob · 1998

67 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop

A vivid exploration of Southern hip-hop that fuses introspective lyrics with rich, soulful instrumentation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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They Don't Dance No Mo' — This track critiques societal changes affecting Black culture with a powerful message about community disconnection, encapsulating the album's themes.
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Beautiful Skin — A celebration of self-acceptance and beauty standards, this song highlights the group's focus on uplifting narratives within hip-hop.
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Ghetto-ology — By addressing systemic issues faced by marginalized communities, this track exemplifies Goodie Mob's commitment to social commentary through art.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong writing and production but has some uneven pacing in its latter half.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate live instrumentation alongside samples, creating a rich sonic texture that complements the lyrical content.
The group employs multiple vocal styles, with alternating lead verses and harmonized choruses, enhancing the dynamic range of the album.

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

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 The Experience 2:21
2 Black Ice 3:25
3 Fly Away 4:04
4 The Damm 4:48
5 They Don't Dance No Mo' 3:25
6 Beautiful Skin 6:10
7 Gutta Butta 4:48
8 Ghetto-ology 5:35
9 Distant Wilderness 5:28
10 Greeny Green 3:57
11 I Refuse Limitation 5:57
12 See You When I See You 2:32
13 Inshallah 5:03
14 Just About Over 5:25
15 Still Standing 4:52

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