The Leprechaun
Lil' Flip · 2000
94 min · 23 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A vibrant mix of southern swagger and freestyle bravado, bursting with playful lyricism and catchy beats.
Why this album works
'The Leprechaun' is significant for its role in the rise of the Dirty South movement, showcasing a distinct regional sound that influenced many artists. The album's chart performance helped establish Lil' Flip as an emerging voice in hip-hop, leading to later collaborations and numerous accolades.
- Best for
- playful lyricism with swagger dynamic flow with interludes short bursts of freestyle fun
- Context
- Released in 2000, 'The Leprechaun' marked Lil' Flip's debut album, positioning him as a key figure in the burgeoning Southern hip-hop scene. At this time, he was gaining recognition with his unique style, which would later culminate in his mainstream breakthrough with 'Underground Legend' in 2002.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mariah Carey· Jennifer Lopez· Beyoncé· Linkin Park· Mary J. Blige· LL Cool J· Missy Elliott· Black Eyed Peas
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Da Freestyle King Award 0:50
- 2 I Got Flow Standout 4:13
- 3 Everyday Standout 4:37
- 4 My Block 4:15
- 5 Gotta Be Me 4:48
- 6 Put Yo Fist Up Standout 4:38
- 7 Boxers 4:44
- 8 On Point 3:28
- 9 Skit #1 “The Copycat” 1:12
- 10 Ya’ll 4:29
- 11 Dirty Souf 4:39
- 12 My Dogz 5:16
- 13 Cut 4 U 4:01
- 14 The Biz 3:34
- 15 Skit #2 “Purple Drank” 0:24
- 16 Candycars 4:44
- 17 Green Rectanglez 4:07
- 18 Skit #3 “The Dentist” 1:45
- 19 I Can Do Dat 3:38
Disc 2
- 1 Soufside Still Holdin’ (radio) 5:31
- 2 Lil’ Flip 4:26
- 3 Soufside Still Holdin’ (street) 9:25
- 4 Da Freestyle King 5:42
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