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U.S.A.

Ying Yang Twins · 2005

156 min · 44 tracks · hip-hop

A raucous blend of crunk beats and playful lyrics that epitomizes the Southern hip-hop party vibe.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Wait (The Whisper Song) — This track exemplifies the duo's signature sound with its seductive hook and minimalist production, becoming a defining anthem of crunk music.
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    Pull My Hair — With its provocative lyrics and catchy beat, this track captures the playful yet explicit nature that defined much of the album's appeal.
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    Shake — A party anthem that highlights their energetic delivery and infectious hooks, embodying the lively spirit of Southern hip-hop.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with interludes
  • party-ready tracks for dancing
  • playful humor and irreverence
  • high-energy moments for celebration
  • engaging skits that break flow

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer deep lyrical introspection
  • seek cohesive narrative structure

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, U.S.A. marked the Ying Yang Twins' third studio album, following the commercial success of their previous record, Me & My Brother. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their status as prominent figures in the crunk movement, building on their early hits and collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors
Lil Jon· Three 6 Mafia· Bone Thugs-n-Harmony

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Wait (The Whisper Song)

    The verse shifts to a hushed tone creates an intimate atmosphere that draws listeners in closely.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 All Good Things (intro) 1:29
  • 2 Fuck the Ying Yang Twins 4:56
  • 3 Long Time 5:16
  • 4 Live Again 4:15
  • 5 We at War (skit) 0:59
  • 6 Ghetto Classics 3:58
  • 7 The Courthouse (skit) 0:28
  • 8 23 Hr. Lock Down 4:37
  • 9 Sex Therapy 101 (skit) 1:12
  • 10 Wait (The Whisper Song) 2:59
  • 11 Sex Therapy 102 (skit) 1:01
  • 12 Pull My Hair 4:12
  • 13 Sex Therapy 103 (skit) 0:58
  • 14 Bedroom Boom 4:37
  • 15 The Walk 4:21
  • 16 Hoes 4:23
  • 17 Badd 3:45
  • 18 Put That Thang Down 3:30
  • 19 Shake 4:01
  • 20 My Brother’s Keeper 5:24
  • 21 Dedication & Upcoming Events (skit) 2:19
  • 22 U.S.A. 3:32
  • 23 Wait (The Whisper Song) (remix) 4:35

Disc 2

  • 1 All Good Things (intro) 1:27
  • 2 Fuck the Ying Yang Twins 6:10
  • 3 The Walk 4:31
  • 4 Sex Therapy 101 (skit) 1:27
  • 5 Wait (The Whisper Song) 3:47
  • 6 Sex Therapy 102 (skit) 1:15
  • 7 Pull My Hair 4:12
  • 8 Badd 4:25
  • 9 The Courthouse (skit) 0:33
  • 10 23 Hr. Lock Down 5:29
  • 11 Hoes 5:28
  • 12 We at War (skit) 1:12
  • 13 Ghetto Classics 4:08
  • 14 Wait (The Whisper Song) (remix) 5:34
  • 15 Live Again 4:09
  • 16 Put That Thang Down 4:08
  • 17 Shake 4:30
  • 18 Sex Therapy 103 (skit) 1:10
  • 19 Bedroom Boom 5:29
  • 20 Long Time 6:26
  • 21 U.S.A. 4:09

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