Thugs Are Us
Trick Daddy · 2001
62 min · 18 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · Southern hip-hop
Raw Southern grit meets unfiltered narratives over hard-hitting beats, encapsulating the essence of early 2000s Miami rap.
Why this album works
This album resonated deeply within the Southern hip-hop scene and played a crucial role in popularizing Miami bass-influenced rap. Its lead single 'I’m a Thug' became an anthem for a generation, while the album's raw honesty earned it positive reviews from critics, further establishing Trick Daddy as a key figure in hardcore hip-hop.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing variations immersive storytelling experience
- Context
- By 2001, Trick Daddy was solidifying his reputation in hip-hop with 'Thugs Are Us,' his fourth studio album and follow-up to the successful 'Book of Thugs.' This release came during a peak in his career, showcasing his unique Southern rap style and lyrical authenticity, which helped define the genre's evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gucci Mane· Lil Jon· Three 6 Mafia
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:33
- 2 I’m a Thug Standout 4:14
- 3 Where U From Standout 4:53
- 4 Noodle 3:35
- 5 Take It to da House 3:46
- 6 Thump in the Trunk (skit) 1:12
- 7 Can’t F**k With the South 3:58
- 8 Survivin’ the Drought Standout 3:47
- 9 Pull Over (remix) 3:31
- 10 Have My Cheese 2:54
- 11 Bricks & Marijuana 4:07
- 12 N Word 3:08
- 13 99 Problems 3:04
- 14 For All My Ladies 3:23
- 15 The Hotness 4:32
- 16 Somebody Shoulda Told Ya 3:51
- 17 Amerika 4:23
- 18 Snippet 3:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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