What makes Till Death Do Us Part by Geto Boys notable?

The album is notable for its controversial themes and graphic lyrics, which sparked debates about censorship and artistic expression in hip-hop. It reached number 10 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial success that helped further popularize Southern hip-hop. Released in 1993, Till Death Do Us Part was the third studio album by Geto Boys, following their breakthrough album We Can't Be Stopped. At this point, the group had solidified its status in the hip-hop scene, navigating controversies surrounding their explicit lyrics while continuing to push boundaries in gangsta rap.

How many songs are on Till Death Do Us Part?

Till Death Do Us Part has 15 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.

Till Death Do Us Part

Geto Boys · 1993

64 min · 15 tracks · gangsta rap

Raw, aggressive beats intertwine with vivid storytelling, creating a stark portrayal of life in the streets.

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Crooked Officer — This track stands out for its unflinching critique of police corruption, using stark imagery to highlight systemic issues faced by marginalized communities.
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Six Feet Deep — With its haunting narrative and dark production, this song encapsulates the horrorcore influences of the album while exploring themes of death and violence.
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Cereal Killer — This track showcases the group's signature blend of humor and horror, employing a chilling narrative style that reflects their unique approach to storytelling in hip-hop.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album's vivid storytelling and aggressive beats create a strong identity within its genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a brief intro that sets a dark tone, followed by tracks that maintain a consistent aggressive tempo.
Several tracks feature layered vocal deliveries, where multiple members of the group contribute to the narrative in a call-and-response style.
The last three tracks slow down the pace significantly, creating a stark contrast to the earlier intensity and allowing for reflection.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

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1 Intro 3:33
2 G.E.T.O. 3:13
3 It Ain’t 4:39
4 Crooked Officer 3:59
5 No Nuts No Glory 3:44
6 Six Feet Deep 5:24
7 Murder Avenue 4:04
8 Raise Up 3:29
9 Murder After Midnight 4:17
10 Straight Gangstaism 4:26
11 Cereal Killer 3:03
12 This ’s for You 5:33
13 Street Life 5:21
14 Bring It On 8:16
15 Outro 1:48

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