Str8 off tha Streetz of Muthaphukkin Compton cover

Str8 off tha Streetz of Muthaphukkin Compton

Eazy-E · 1996

53 min · 14 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop

Raw, unfiltered gangsta rap laced with G-funk grooves and street narratives from Compton.

Why this album works

The album debuted at number 11 on the Billboard 200 and showcased Eazy-E's distinctive style during a pivotal time for West Coast hip-hop. Its candid lyrics and unapologetic themes contributed significantly to the genre's narrative, influencing future artists and cementing Eazy's legacy in gangsta rap.
Best for
steady mid-tempo groove street narratives and experiences raw unfiltered storytelling
Context
Released on January 30, 1996, 'Str8 off tha Streetz of Muthaphukkin Compton' was Eazy-E's final album before his untimely death later that year. This album came after a tumultuous period following the breakup of N.W.A., marking Eazy's continued attempt to solidify his solo career amidst rising competition in the hip-hop scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Tupac Shakur· Dr. Dre· Ice Cube

Tracklist

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

  • 1 First Power 0:46
  • 2 Ole School Shit 4:00
  • 3 Sorry Louie 4:03
  • 4 Just Tah Let U Know 4:08
  • 5 Sippin' on a 40 Standout 4:26
  • 6 Nutz on Ya Chin 3:11
  • 7 Tha Muthaphukkin’ Real Standout 4:20
  • 8 Lickin’, Suckin’, Phukkin’ 2:24
  • 9 Hit the Hooker 2:52
  • 10 My Baby’z Mama 3:32
  • 11 Creep ’n’ Crawl 4:22
  • 12 Wut Would You Do 5:51
  • 13 Gangsta Beat 4 tha Street 3:40
  • 14 Eternal E 5:25

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