What makes The Rumble by N2Deep notable?

The Rumble peaked at number 37 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, showcasing N2Deep's growing influence in the genre. The album features collaborations with notable artists such as Mac Dre and Roger Troutman, highlighting its cultural significance within the Bay Area hip-hop community during a pivotal moment for the genre. Released in 1998, The Rumble is N2Deep's third studio album, following their successful sophomore effort, 1996's Back to the Hotel. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in West Coast hip-hop, known for their catchy party anthems and collaborative spirit.

How many songs are on The Rumble?

The Rumble has 15 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

The Rumble

N2Deep · 1998

61 min · 15 tracks · West Coast hip-hop

A vibrant blend of smooth flows and infectious hooks that encapsulates the Bay Area hip-hop scene of the late 90s.

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Top tracks — play these first

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We Get's Down Like That (feat. Don Cisco) — This track captures the essence of West Coast party culture with its laid-back vibe and engaging hook, making it a standout collaborative anthem.
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The Throw (feat. Baby Bash & Mac Dre) — Featuring two prominent figures in Bay Area rap, this song exemplifies the regional sound with its playful lyrics and infectious rhythm.
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Out Here Hustlin' — This track reflects the hustle mentality prevalent in West Coast hip-hop, combining a catchy chorus with an authentic narrative about street life.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid production and features notable collaborations but lacks standout compositions.

What we noticed

The album opens with a brief intro that sets a laid-back tone, followed by tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo groove throughout.
Several tracks feature prominent guest verses, creating a dynamic interplay between different vocal styles and flows.
The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the earlier high-energy songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 Intro 0:42
2 1st We Drink Then We Smoke 3:37
3 We Get's Down Like That (feat. Don Cisco) 4:32
4 The Throw (feat. Baby Bash & Mac Dre) 4:12
5 We Be All Over (feat. The Mossie & Levitti) 3:54
6 My Doe Is Gettin Low (feat. Looie Crew) 5:28
7 Where the G's At (feat. Slow Pain & Nino Brown) 4:33
8 All Night (feat. Roger Troutman) 4:02
9 Wonderin' 3:45
10 Scrillafornia (feat. Young Dru & Mr. Ropa) 4:34
11 Out Here Hustlin' 4:10
12 Campaignin' (feat. Moe Moe, Philly & Miami) 4:15
13 Livin' 4:35
14 Full Timer 3:48
15 Bay Area Playaz (feat. Mac Shawn & Taydatay) 5:33

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