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Niggaz Wit Attitudes - Greatest Hits

N.W.A. · 1996

62 min · 19 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop

Raw, unapologetic beats collide with fierce lyrical assaults on societal injustices and street life.

Why listen to this

Best for
dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing experiences raw, unapologetic energy bursts
Context
By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in 1996, N.W.A. had already disbanded following the groundbreaking success of their albums like 'Straight Outta Compton' (1988) and 'Efil4zaggin' (1991). This compilation serves as a retrospective of their influence on gangsta rap, highlighting their provocative themes and innovative sound during a pivotal moment in hip-hop history.
If you like
gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop, West Coast hip-hop

Niggaz Wit Attitudes - Greatest Hits is an album by N.W.A., released in 1996. Raw, unapologetic beats collide with fierce lyrical assaults on societal injustices and street life. This album is significant for encapsulating N.W.A.'s explosive impact on hip-hop culture, particularly in the context of censorship and street politics. Tracks like 'Fuck tha Police' not only challenged law enforcement but also became anthems for various movements, showcasing the group's role in shaping the narrative around race and authority in America. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Niggaz Wit Attitudes - Greatest Hits sound like?

Raw, unapologetic beats collide with fierce lyrical assaults on societal injustices and street life. Rooted in gangsta rap and hardcore hip-hop.

What makes Niggaz Wit Attitudes - Greatest Hits by N.W.A. notable?

This album is significant for encapsulating N.W.A.'s explosive impact on hip-hop culture, particularly in the context of censorship and street politics. Tracks like 'Fuck tha Police' not only challenged law enforcement but also became anthems for various movements, showcasing the group's role in shaping the narrative around race and authority in America. By the time 'Greatest Hits' was released in 1996, N.W.A. had already disbanded following the groundbreaking success of their albums like 'Straight Outta Compton' (1988) and 'Efil4zaggin' (1991). This compilation serves as a retrospective of their influence on gangsta rap, highlighting their provocative themes and innovative sound during a pivotal moment in hip-hop history.

Who is Niggaz Wit Attitudes - Greatest Hits for?

Niggaz Wit Attitudes - Greatest Hits works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, wave-like pacing experiences and raw, unapologetic energy bursts.

How many songs are on Niggaz Wit Attitudes - Greatest Hits?

Niggaz Wit Attitudes - Greatest Hits has 19 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

Tracklist

19 tracks·62:15

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

  • 1 Live Intro (1989) 2:21
  • 2 Arrested (Insert) 0:57
  • 3 Gangsta Gangsta Standout 5:29
  • 4 Fuck tha Police (Insert) 0:32
  • 5 Fuck tha Police Standout 5:43
  • 6 Compton’s n the House (live) 2:09
  • 7 Break Out (Insert) 0:21
  • 8 Straight Outta Compton (extended mix) 4:26
  • 9 If It Ain’t Ruff 3:36
  • 10 Real Niggaz 4:44
  • 11 I Ain’t tha 1 5:06
  • 12 Alwayz Into Somethin’ 4:29
  • 13 Don’t Drink That Wine 0:26
  • 14 Just Don’t Bite It 5:33
  • 15 Cash Money (Insert) 0:20
  • 16 Express Yourself 4:21
  • 17 100 Miles and Runnin’ 4:35
  • 18 A Bitch Iz a Bitch 3:16
  • 19 Real Niggaz Don’t Die 3:43

Release Date

January 1, 1996

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

62 min 15 sec