Terrorist Threats
Westside Connection · 2003
51 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A gritty blend of G-funk grooves and aggressive lyrical delivery that embodies West Coast hip-hop's audacity.
Why this album works
'Terrorist Threats' peaked at number 12 on the Billboard 200, illustrating its commercial success amid a challenging industry landscape. The album's provocative title and themes sparked discussions around censorship and political commentary within hip-hop, making it a notable release during a time of heightened global tensions.
- Best for
- steady groove for party vibes aggressive energy for workout sessions gritty sound for late nights
- Context
- Released in January 2003, 'Terrorist Threats' is Westside Connection's third studio album, following their successful second album 'Bow Down' from 1996. This project saw the trio—comprised of Ice Cube, WC, and Mack 10—continuing to assert their dominance in the gangsta rap scene while navigating changes in the hip-hop landscape post-9/11.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Snoop Dogg· Mack 10· Daz Dillinger
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Threat to the World (intro) 1:14
- 2 Call 9-1-1 Standout 3:43
- 3 Potential Victims 3:01
- 4 Gangsta Nation Standout 4:53
- 5 Get Ignit 4:11
- 6 Pimp the System Standout 4:45
- 7 Don’t Get Outta Pocket 3:51
- 8 Izm 4:04
- 9 So Many Rappers in Love 4:13
- 10 Lights Out 3:42
- 11 Bangin’ at the Party 3:11
- 12 You Gotta Have Heart 3:51
- 13 Terrorist Threats 2:28
- 14 Superstar (Double Murder = Double Platinum) 4:14
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