Compton's Most Wanted Straight Checkn Em (Yellow)

Release date:
December 13, 2024
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Limited edition of 1000 numbered copies on yellow coloured 180-gram audiophile vinyl. 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, 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, 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 it's 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