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Straight out the Jungle

Jungle Brothers · 1988

54 min · 14 tracks · alternative hip-hop

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop and house, infused with playful lyricism and infectious grooves.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • infectious grooves for dancing
  • steady flow for social gatherings
  • playful lyricism sparks joy
  • vibrant energy for celebrations

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek immediate, punchy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'Straight Out the Jungle' was the Jungle Brothers' debut album, marking their entry into the alternative hip-hop scene. At this point, they were part of the Native Tongues collective, which included influential artists like A Tribe Called Quest and De La Soul, helping to shape their innovative sound.
Stylistic neighbors
A Tribe Called Quest· De La Soul· The Roots

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ultramix 4:38
  • 2 Straight Out of the Jungle 4:00
  • 3 What's Going On 4:08
  • 4 Black Is Black 3:39
  • 5 Jimbrowski 4:30
  • 6 I'm Gonna Do You 3:22
  • 7 I'll House You 5:14
  • 8 On the Run 4:07
  • 9 Behind the Bush 3:36
  • 10 Because I Got It Like That 4:38
  • 11 Braggin & Boastin 4:54
  • 12 Sounds of the Safari 3:01
  • 13 Jimmy's Bonus Beat 1:14
  • 14 The Promo 3:36

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