Yeah, It's That Easy
G. Love & Special Sauce · 1997
59 min · 13 tracks · alternative hip-hop
A laid-back fusion of hip-hop grooves and bluesy melodies that invites you to chill and reflect.
Why this album works
The album features the hit single 'I-76,' which received significant airplay and helped solidify the band's presence in the alternative scene of the late '90s. Furthermore, it exemplified the crossover appeal of alternative hip-hop during this period, influencing subsequent artists who blended genres.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels laid-back reflective moments medium-length immersive tracks
- Context
- By the time "Yeah, It's That Easy" was released in 1997, G. Love & Special Sauce had established themselves with their self-titled debut in 1994. This album marked a continuation of their unique blend of alternative hip-hop and blues, following their successful sophomore effort, 'Coast to Coast,' which showcased their growing popularity and artistic evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kool Keith· The Roots· Busdriver
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stepping Stones 4:25
- 2 I-76 Standout 3:49
- 3 Lay Down the Law Standout 5:37
- 4 Slipped Away (The Ballad of Lauretha Vaird) Standout 4:48
- 5 You Shall See 3:50
- 6 Take You There 3:11
- 7 Willow Tree 3:27
- 8 Yeah, It’s That Easy 5:38
- 9 Recipe 3:36
- 10 200 Years 2:34
- 11 Making Amends 4:19
- 12 Pull the Wool 9:26
- 13 When We Meet Again 4:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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