Balance & Options
DJ Quik · 2000
70 min · 20 tracks · funk · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A vibrant blend of funk grooves and sharp lyrical wit, embodying the essence of West Coast hip-hop.
Balance & Options is an album by DJ Quik, released in 2000. A vibrant blend of funk grooves and sharp lyrical wit, embodying the essence of West Coast hip-hop. 'Balance & Options' is notable for its critical reception, earning praise for its production quality and lyrical depth, contributing to DJ Quik's status as a key figure in G-funk. The album features collaborations with several prominent artists and showcases a blend of party anthems and introspective tracks, reflecting the eclectic nature of early 2000s hip-hop. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Balance & Options sound like?
A vibrant blend of funk grooves and sharp lyrical wit, embodying the essence of West Coast hip-hop. Rooted in funk and gangsta rap.
What makes Balance & Options by DJ Quik notable?
'Balance & Options' is notable for its critical reception, earning praise for its production quality and lyrical depth, contributing to DJ Quik's status as a key figure in G-funk. The album features collaborations with several prominent artists and showcases a blend of party anthems and introspective tracks, reflecting the eclectic nature of early 2000s hip-hop. Released in 2000, 'Balance & Options' is DJ Quik's fifth studio album and showcases a matured sound following his commercial peak with 'Rhythm-al-ism' in 1998. At this point in his career, Quik was solidifying his reputation as a producer while navigating personal and professional challenges, including a brief hiatus from the music scene.
How many songs are on Balance & Options?
Balance & Options has 20 tracks, running approximately 70 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Change da Game Standout 4:04
- 2 Did Y’all Feel Dat? 3:27
- 3 We Came 2 Play 3:49
- 4 Pitch In on a Party 4:07
- 5 I Don’t Wanna Party Wit U Standout 5:04
- 6 Motex Records I (interlude) 1:43
- 7 Sexuality 4:03
- 8 How Come? 3:53
- 9 U Ain’t Fresh! 3:54
- 10 Roger’s Groove 2:48
- 11 Motex Records II (interlude) 0:36
- 12 Quikker Said Than Dunn 3:34
- 13 Straight From the Streets (interlude) 1:30
- 14 Speak on It 2:32
- 15 Do Whutcha Want 5:07
- 16 Well 5:41
- 17 Quik’s Groove V 4:59
- 18 Do I Love Her? 4:10
- 19 Tha Divorce Song Standout 4:32
- 20 Balance & Options (outro) 1:10
Release Date
January 1, 2000
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
70 min 51 sec
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