About this album
Sound:
"A high-energy blend of crunk beats and catchy hooks igniting party anthems and dance floors alike."
Where they were
Released in 2004, "Crunk Juice" marked Lil Jon's first major solo project after gaining prominence with his work on the "Kings of Crunk" album in 2003. This album solidified his role as a leading figure in the crunk movement, showcasing his signature sound and production style at the height of its popularity.
Why it matters
"Crunk Juice" reached number three on the Billboard 200 and spawned several hit singles, including "Lovers and Friends" and "What You Gon Do." The album's vibrant energy and innovative sound helped define the crunk genre and influenced a wave of Southern hip-hop artists that followed.
Essential tracks
- "Get Crunk" — "Get Crunk" encapsulates the essence of the album with its infectious beat and call to party, serving as an anthem for the crunk movement.
- "Lovers and Friends" — This track features a memorable hook and showcases Lil Jon's ability to merge crunk with R&B elements, making it a crossover hit.
- "What You Gon Do" — "What You Gon Do" highlights Lil Jon's commanding vocal style and is emblematic of the energetic, club-ready tracks that characterize the album.
- "Aww Skeet Skeet" — With its catchy refrain, this track became a cultural catchphrase, illustrating Lil Jon's influence on popular music and slang during the mid-2000s.
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Crunk Juice 0:56
- 2 Get Crunk 4:17
- 3 What You Gon Do 5:20
- 4 Real Nigga Roll Call 5:08
- 5 Bo Hagon's Phone Call 1:21
- 6 Da Blow 5:59
- 7 Contract 5:53
- 8 E-40 Choppin 0:41
- 9 White Meat 4:47
- 10 Stop Fuckin Wit Me 5:58
- 11 Chris Rock Let's Be Friends 0:09
- 12 Lovers and Friends 4:20
- 13 One Night Stand 4:33
- 14 Aww Skeet Skeet 4:45
- 15 Chris Rock in da Club 0:26
- 16 In da Club 4:29
- 17 Bitches Ain't Shit 4:36
- 18 Chris Rock Get Lower 0:33
- 19 Stick That Thang Out (Skeezer) 3:55
- 20 Grand Finale 6:47