Description
Music On Vinyl 180 Gram Yellow Vinyl Import - Limited to 1000 copies
Compton's Most Wanted's 1991 album Straight Checkn 'Em is a classic in West Coast gangsta rap, delivering hard-hitting lyrics and gritty beats that capture the essence of early 90s Los Angeles street life. Led by MC Eiht, the group's sophomore album with DJ Mike T on the funky scratch features standout tracks like "Growin' Up in the Hood" and "They Still Gafflin'," which offer raw commentary on urban struggles and survival. With it's deep basslines, funky grooves, courtesy of DJ Slip and The Unknown DJ, and unflinching storytelling,
Straight Checkn 'Em solidified Compton's Most Wanted's place in the gangsta rap movement alongside pioneers like N.W.A. Known for its realism and authenticity, the album is a must-listen for fans of West Coast rap history. Explore Straight Checkn 'Em for a raw, unapologetic glimpse into the streets of Compton during a pivotal era in hip-hop.
Tracklist:
1 Intro
2 They Still Gafflin
3 Growin' Up in the Hood
4 Wanted
5 Straight Checkn' Em
6 I Don't Dance
7 Raised in Compton
8 Driveby Miss Daisy
9 Def Wish
10 Compton's Lynchin
11 Mike T's Funky Scratch
12 Can I Kill It?
13 Gangsta Shot Out
*note record image is only a mock up
