What makes The Pimp by Fatboy Slim notable?

'The Pimp' showcased Fatboy Slim's unique ability to blend humor and dance music, but it also faced some controversy for its provocative title. While it didn't achieve the same level of chart success as his earlier albums, it contributed to the ongoing evolution of electronic music in the early 2000s and influenced subsequent artists within the genre. By the time 'The Pimp' was released in 2002, Fatboy Slim had already established himself as a key figure in the electronic music scene with hits like 'Praise You' and 'The Rockafeller Skank.' This album came at a moment when he was transitioning from mainstream success to exploring more eclectic sounds, following his commercial peak with 'You've Come a Long Way, Baby' in 1998.

The Pimp works well if you're into steady groove for dancing, pulsating beats for parties and cheeky energy throughout tracks.

How many songs are on The Pimp?

The Pimp has 6 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

The Pimp

Fatboy Slim · 2002

46 min · 6 tracks · techno

A pulsating blend of funky beats and cheeky samples that epitomizes early 2000s dance culture.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady groove for dancing
pulsating beats for parties
cheeky energy throughout tracks
gradual build to high energy

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification
dislike extended dance mixes

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'The Pimp' was released in 2002, Fatboy Slim had already established himself as a key figure in the electronic music scene with hits like 'Praise You' and 'The Rockafeller Skank.' This album came at a moment when he was transitioning from mainstream success to exploring more eclectic sounds, following his commercial peak with 'You've Come a Long Way, Baby' in 1998.
Stylistic neighbors: The Chemical Brothers· Basement Jaxx· Moby

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Tracklist

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

1 The Pimp 4:32
2 Drop the Hate (remixed by Rev. H Lidbo & The Progressive Baptist Choir of Stockholm) 7:20
3 Star 69 (X-Press 2 Wine-Em Dine-Em 69-Em Supamix) 8:19
4 Retox (Gettin Freqy with Fatboy) 8:58
5 Song for Shelter (Pete Heller Beats and Pieces) 9:58
6 Talkin' Bout My Baby (Midfield General's Disco Reshuffle mix) 6:55

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