The Safe Is Cracked cover

The Safe Is Cracked

Mobb Deep · 2009

42 min · 14 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A gritty exploration of street life, marked by haunting beats and raw, confrontational lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • gritty exploration of street life
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • confrontational themes with raw energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer melodic and uplifting sounds
  • seek lengthy, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2009, 'The Safe Is Cracked' came during a period of transition for Mobb Deep following their earlier commercial successes. This album marked their return to the underground scene after a brief hiatus and the passing of several significant collaborators within their genre. The duo aimed to reclaim their legacy amidst a changing hip-hop landscape focused on mainstream appeal.
Stylistic neighbors
Nas· Raekwon· The Notorious B.I.G.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mobb Deep 1:33
  • 2 Heat 4:35
  • 3 Watch Ya Self 3:32
  • 4 M.O.B 3:13
  • 5 Can't Win 4 Losin 2:50
  • 6 Yea, Yea, Yea 2:53
  • 7 That Crack 2:51
  • 8 Infamous 3:05
  • 9 What Goes On 2:59
  • 10 Position 3:04
  • 11 Get out Our Way 3:14
  • 12 You Wanna See Me Fall 3:07
  • 13 Don't Play 3:45
  • 14 Mobb Deep II 1:20

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