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The Gift of Game

Crazy Town · 1999

48 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · rap rock

A fusion of rap-rock swagger and melodic hooks creates an energetic, party-ready soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • party-ready anthems for gatherings
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • energetic tracks for dancing
  • playful irreverence in lyrics
  • quick bursts of fun

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective tunes
  • dislike energetic party vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 9, 1999, 'The Gift of Game' marked Crazy Town's debut album, following their formation in 1995. At this point, the band was establishing their identity within the burgeoning nu-metal scene that combined rock and hip-hop elements, capturing a youthful exuberance that resonated with late '90s audiences.
Stylistic neighbors
Linkin Park· Korn· Limp Bizkit

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 0:26
  • 2 Toxic 2:48
  • 3 Think Fast 3:52
  • 4 Darkside 3:52
  • 5 Black Cloud 5:02
  • 6 Butterfly 3:36
  • 7 Only When I’m Drunk 2:47
  • 8 Hollywood Babylon 4:23
  • 9 Face the Music 3:24
  • 10 Lollipop Porn 3:54
  • 11 Revolving Door 3:40
  • 12 Players (Only Love You When They’re Playing) 4:13
  • 13 B-Boy 2000 4:26
  • 14 Outro www.crazytown.com 1:19
  • 31 [silence] 0:05
  • 32 [untitled] 0:55

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