The Essentials
Ice Cube · 2008
71 min · 18 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop
A curated collection of Ice Cube's raw storytelling and hard-hitting beats that captures the essence of West Coast rap.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- raw storytelling that resonates deeply
- for late-night drives
- engaging narrative arcs throughout
- strong beats for active listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek lighthearted, carefree vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2008, Ice Cube was well-established as a prominent figure in hip-hop, having transitioned from N.W.A to a successful solo career. 'The Essentials' serves as a retrospective that encapsulates his influential work, following the release of his album 'Raw Footage' in 2008 just months prior, showcasing his continued relevance in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dr. Dre· Eazy-E· Snoop Dogg
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Go to Church 3:51
- 2 A Bird in the Hand 2:12
- 3 Ghetto Vet 4:38
- 4 Greed 4:28
- 5 Supreme Hustle 3:37
- 6 It Was a Good Day 4:20
- 7 Spittin’ Pollaseeds 5:02
- 8 Rollin’ Wit the Lench Mob 3:44
- 9 The Wrong Nigga to Fuck Wit 2:49
- 10 When Will They Shoot? 4:35
- 11 Why We Thugs / Smoke Some Weed (live) 6:15
- 12 Givin’ Up the Nappy Dugout 4:13
- 13 A Gangsta’s Fairytale 3:01
- 14 Check Yo Self 3:42
- 15 What Can I Do? 4:20
- 16 War & Peace 2:58
- 17 Dead Homiez 3:53
- 18 Cold Places 4:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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