The Ownerz
Gang Starr · 2003
57 min · 19 tracks · East Coast hip-hop
A gritty blend of sharp lyricism and soulful samples creates a timeless East Coast hip-hop experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- gritty storytelling with sharp lyricism
- consistent flow with emotional peaks
- soulful samples for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone singles experience
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2003, The Ownerz was Gang Starr's sixth studio album and came after a five-year hiatus following their previous album, Moment of Truth. At this stage in their career, the duo of Guru and DJ Premier were solidifying their legacy while navigating the evolving hip-hop landscape, aiming to reaffirm their relevance with both old fans and new listeners.
- Stylistic neighbors
- A Tribe Called Quest· Pete Rock & CL Smooth· De La Soul
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro (HQ, Goo, Panch) 0:47
- 2 Put Up or Shut Up 3:16
- 3 Werdz From the Ghetto Child 1:11
- 4 Sabotage 2:25
- 5 Rite Where U Stand 3:39
- 6 Skills 3:20
- 7 Deadly Habitz 4:15
- 8 Nice Girl, Wrong Place 3:33
- 9 Peace of Mine 3:03
- 10 Who Got Gunz 3:36
- 11 Capture (Militia, Part 3) 3:23
- 12 PLAYTAWIN 3:12
- 13 Riot Akt 4:04
- 14 (Hiney) 1:32
- 15 Same Team, No Games 3:45
- 16 In This Life… 3:06
- 17 The Ownerz 2:58
- 18 Zonin’ 2:55
- 19 Eulogy 2:55
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