The Shadiest One
WC · 1998
59 min · 17 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop
A gritty blend of gangsta rap and G-funk, laced with sharp lyricism and a laid-back West Coast vibe.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with peaks
- laid-back listening vibes
- short, engaging tracks
- reflective storytelling moments
- wave-like pacing experience
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'The Shadiest One' was released in 1998, WC was building on the success of his earlier work with the group WC and the Maad Circle. This album came as his first solo effort after gaining recognition in the West Coast hip-hop scene, particularly following his collaborations on major projects like Ice Cube's 'Lethal Injection'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tupac Shakur· Dr. Dre· Ice Cube
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hog 4:24
- 2 Where Y’all From 1:10
- 3 Fuckin’ Wit Uh House Party 4:49
- 4 The Shadiest One 4:26
- 5 Can’t Hold Back 3:32
- 6 Keep Hustlin’ 3:39
- 7 Just Clownin’ 3:59
- 8 The Autobiography 1:21
- 9 Worldwide Gunnin’ 3:25
- 10 Like That 4:29
- 11 Call It What You Want 4:29
- 12 Rich Rollin’ 3:40
- 13 Cheddar 4:02
- 14 Bank Lick 0:49
- 15 It’s All Bad 4:15
- 16 Better Days 3:53
- 17 The Outcome 2:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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