Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for dance sessions
- playful beats for social gatherings
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- soulful vibes during sunny days
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, introspective pieces
- seek intense emotional narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'The Funky Side of Life' was released in 2005, Madlib had already established himself as a key figure in underground hip-hop, particularly after his acclaimed projects like 'Champion Sound' with J Dilla. This album followed a productive period for Madlib, showcasing his deft sampling techniques and eclectic influences while continuing to build on his innovative style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- J Dilla· MF DOOM· Flying Lotus
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Directions 1:07
- 2 Dice Game 3:42
- 3 Wanda Vidal 2:15
- 4 Forty Days 5:06
- 5 Play Car 3:15
- 6 A Divine Image 2:18
- 7 The Funky Side of Life 2:59
- 8 Theme for Ivory Black 3:32
- 9 The Horse 2:45
- 10 One for J.J. (Johnson) 2:21
- 11 On the Hill 3:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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