The Mix Tape, Vol. IV
Funkmaster Flex · 2000
74 min · 26 tracks · hip-hop
Dynamic beats and rapid-fire verses showcase a vibrant snapshot of late '90s hip-hop culture.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ante Up (remix) — This remix revitalizes a classic track with new energy and features artists like M.O.P., encapsulating the gritty essence of early 2000s hip-hop.
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How Would You Like It — A standout collaboration that blends smooth production with catchy hooks, representing the commercial appeal of hip-hop during this era.
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Words Are Weapons — This track showcases sharp lyrical prowess and insightful commentary, exemplifying how hip-hop can serve both as entertainment and social critique.
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Rockin — An anthem-like track that merges infectious beats with assertive lyrics, reflecting the confidence and bravado characteristic of Flex's style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures late '90s hip-hop energy with dynamic beats and notable collaborations, making it a vibrant mixtape.
What we noticed
- The album features a high-energy flow with rapid transitions between tracks, maintaining a fast pace throughout its duration.
- Several tracks include exclusive remixes and collaborations that highlight the contributions of various artists within the hip-hop scene.
- The interludes serve as brief pauses in the action, providing context and thematic continuity without disrupting the overall momentum.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic beats for party vibes
- short tracks for quick bursts
- energetic anthems for group settings
- nostalgic nods to culture
- freestyle moments for spontaneous fun
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- seek deep lyrical storytelling
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of The Mix Tape, Vol. IV in 2000, Funkmaster Flex was already an established figure in hip-hop, known for his influential radio show on Hot 97. This album followed his previous successful compilations, cementing his role as a tastemaker and curator within the genre during its golden age.
- Stylistic neighbors
- DJ Clue· Tony Touch· Just Blaze
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:57
- 2 Do You 3:57
- 3 I Don’t Care 3:14
- 4 How Would You Like It 3:54
- 5 Come Over 3:31
- 6 The Wickedest 2:39
- 7 Born True Interlude 0:35
- 8 Ante Up (remix) 3:35
- 9 Words Are Weapons 4:07
- 10 The Needle 2:23
- 11 Call Me Drag‐On 2:05
- 12 Thug Anthem 2000 0:43
- 13 You Will Never Find 1:57
- 14 Goodlife 3:50
- 15 Did She Say (So So Def remix) 2:30
- 16 Rockin 4:02
- 17 What Son What 5:24
- 18 Feelin the Hate 4:11
- 19 Uhhnnh 1:27
- 20 Bad 1:54
- 21 Block Lockdown 4:24
- 22 Break da Law 2001 3:06
- 23 Duck Down 2:16
- 24 Fine Line 2:43
- 25 Rush 4:05
- 26 Freestyle 0:59
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