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Get Rich or Die Tryin'

Nate Dogg · 2005

65 min · 18 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · soul

A rich tapestry of G-funk grooves and soulful narratives echoes the struggles of street life and ambition.

Get Rich or Die Tryin' is an album by Nate Dogg, released in 2005. A rich tapestry of G-funk grooves and soulful narratives echoes the struggles of street life and ambition. The album served as the soundtrack to the semi-autobiographical film starring 50 Cent, which contributed to its cultural resonance. It featured tracks that charted well, including 'Window Shopper,' which peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100, highlighting Nate Dogg's impact on the genre during this era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Get Rich or Die Tryin' sound like?

A rich tapestry of G-funk grooves and soulful narratives echoes the struggles of street life and ambition. Rooted in contemporary R&B and funk.

What makes Get Rich or Die Tryin' by Nate Dogg notable?

The album served as the soundtrack to the semi-autobiographical film starring 50 Cent, which contributed to its cultural resonance. It featured tracks that charted well, including 'Window Shopper,' which peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100, highlighting Nate Dogg's impact on the genre during this era. Released in 2005, 'Get Rich or Die Tryin'' marked Nate Dogg's return after a series of collaborations, placing him at a pivotal moment in his solo career. This album came two years after the release of 'Nate Dogg,' showcasing his evolution as a solo artist while still rooted in his signature sound that defined West Coast hip-hop.

How many songs are on Get Rich or Die Tryin'?

Get Rich or Die Tryin' has 18 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Tracklist

18 tracks·65:13

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

  • 1 Hustler’s Ambition Standout 3:57
  • 2 What If 3:05
  • 3 Things Change 3:59
  • 4 You Already Know 4:15
  • 5 When Death Becomes You 3:05
  • 6 Have a Party 3:56
  • 7 We Both Think Alike 3:05
  • 8 Don’t Need No Help 2:50
  • 9 Get Low 3:56
  • 10 Fake Love 3:21
  • 11 Window Shopper Standout 3:10
  • 12 Born Alone, Die Alone 3:00
  • 13 You a Shooter 3:05
  • 14 I Don’t Know Officer 4:32
  • 15 Talk About Me 3:41
  • 16 When It Rains It Pours 4:02
  • 17 Best Friend Standout 4:11
  • 18 I’ll Whip Ya Head Boy 3:55

Release Date

November 8, 2005

Genre

contemporary R&B, funk, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

65 min 13 sec