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Death Threatz

MC Eiht · 1996

71 min · 15 tracks · gangsta rap · West Coast hip-hop · G-funk

A gritty, aggressive exploration of street life, layered with haunting G-funk melodies and hard-hitting beats.

Death Threatz is an album by MC Eiht, released in 1996. A gritty, aggressive exploration of street life, layered with haunting G-funk melodies and hard-hitting beats. 'Death Threatz' solidified MC Eiht's status in hip-hop, debuting at number 20 on the Billboard 200 and receiving critical acclaim for its raw lyricism. The album is often cited for its influence on the West Coast rap movement and remains a touchstone for gangsta rap enthusiasts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Death Threatz sound like?

A gritty, aggressive exploration of street life, layered with haunting G-funk melodies and hard-hitting beats. Rooted in gangsta rap and West Coast hip-hop.

What makes Death Threatz by MC Eiht notable?

'Death Threatz' solidified MC Eiht's status in hip-hop, debuting at number 20 on the Billboard 200 and receiving critical acclaim for its raw lyricism. The album is often cited for its influence on the West Coast rap movement and remains a touchstone for gangsta rap enthusiasts. Released in 1996, 'Death Threatz' is MC Eiht's third studio album, following his notable work with Compton's Most Wanted. By this time, he had established himself as a key figure in the West Coast gangsta rap scene, building on the commercial success of his previous album, 'We Come Strapped'.

How many songs are on Death Threatz?

Death Threatz has 15 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·71:57

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Def Wish IV (Tap That Azz) Standout 5:34
  • 2 Ain’t Nuthin’ 2 It Standout 5:13
  • 3 Killin’ Nigguz 5:26
  • 4 Run 4 Your Life 4:38
  • 5 Endoness 4:40
  • 6 Thuggin’ It Up 4:06
  • 7 Love 4 tha Hood 4:53
  • 8 Fuc Em All 4:31
  • 9 Late Nite Hype, Part 2 4:34
  • 10 Set Trippin’ Standout 5:11
  • 11 Collect My Stripez 4:34
  • 12 Fuc Your Hood 4:52
  • 13 You Can’t See Me 4:20
  • 14 Drugs & Killin’ 4:21
  • 15 Killin’ Season 4:58

Release Date

January 1, 1996

Genre

G-funk, West Coast hip-hop, gangsta rap

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

71 min 57 sec