Boss Yo Life Up Gang
YG · 2013
67 min · 19 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop
A vibrant mix of hard-hitting beats and braggadocious lyrics reflecting the grit of Los Angeles street life.
Boss Yo Life Up Gang is an album by YG, released in 2013. A vibrant mix of hard-hitting beats and braggadocious lyrics reflecting the grit of Los Angeles street life. This album debuted at number 3 on the US Billboard 200 and solidified YG's presence in the hip-hop scene. Its lead single, 'My Nigga,' became a cultural anthem, achieving significant chart success and receiving a gold certification from the RIAA, which also sparked conversations around hip-hop's portrayal of race and identity. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Boss Yo Life Up Gang sound like?
A vibrant mix of hard-hitting beats and braggadocious lyrics reflecting the grit of Los Angeles street life. Rooted in gangsta rap and hardcore hip-hop.
What makes Boss Yo Life Up Gang by YG notable?
This album debuted at number 3 on the US Billboard 200 and solidified YG's presence in the hip-hop scene. Its lead single, 'My Nigga,' became a cultural anthem, achieving significant chart success and receiving a gold certification from the RIAA, which also sparked conversations around hip-hop's portrayal of race and identity. Released on August 13, 2013, 'Boss Yo Life Up Gang' was YG's debut studio album following a series of successful mixtapes, particularly 'Just Re'd Up 2' in 2012. At this point, YG was transitioning from an emerging West Coast rapper to a recognized figure in mainstream hip-hop, bolstered by his affiliation with DJ Mustard and the burgeoning sound of West Coast trap.
How many songs are on Boss Yo Life Up Gang?
Boss Yo Life Up Gang has 19 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Intro 3:22
- 2 Mo Money Standout 3:38
- 3 Bravo 3:32
- 4 Shame on You 3:44
- 5 Next Bitch 3:40
- 6 No Pressure 3:46
- 7 Goodass Night 4:39
- 8 The Set Up (skit) 0:57
- 9 The Set Up 3:00
- 10 Chris Paul 3:22
- 11 Fuck Yo Job (skit) 1:54
- 12 Rub Shoulders 3:27
- 13 Love My Life Standout 4:55
- 14 Fuck You 2:47
- 15 Talk That 3:41
- 16 My Nigga Standout 4:18
- 17 Hope You Have a Good Day 3:10
- 18 Living My Dream 5:25
- 19 Outro 3:51
Release Date
August 13, 2013
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
67 min 8 sec
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