The Cactus Album cover

The Cactus Album

3rd Bass · 1989

66 min · 21 tracks · hip-hop

A playful blend of clever wordplay and sharp beats, merging humor with sharp social commentary.

Where this album fits

Career context
The Cactus Album was 3rd Bass's debut studio album released in 1989, marking their entrance into the hip-hop scene. At this point, they were emerging from the underground, gaining attention for their unique style and lyrical prowess that challenged mainstream rap norms.
Stylistic neighbors
UGK· Three 6 Mafia· Lil Wayne

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Stymie’s Theme 0:13
  • 2 Sons of 3rd Bass 4:46
  • 3 Russell Rush 0:24
  • 4 The Gas Face 3:49
  • 5 Monte Hall 5:26
  • 6 Oval Office 3:32
  • 7 Hoods 0:17
  • 8 Soul in the Hole 3:49
  • 9 Triple Stage Darkness 4:10
  • 10 M.C. Disagree 0:44
  • 11 Wordz of Wizdom 6:31
  • 12 Product of the Environment 6:15
  • 13 Desert Boots 0:21
  • 14 The Cactus 4:40
  • 15 Jim Backus 0:04
  • 16 Flippin’ off the Wall Like Lucy Ball 3:16
  • 17 Brooklyn‐Queens 3:37
  • 18 Steppin’ to the A.M. 4:50
  • 19 Episode #3 0:11
  • 20 Who’s on Third 0:59
  • 21 Wordz of Wizdom (II) 7:56

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