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Royal Highness

Kottonmouth Kings · 1998

76 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop and punk ethos, encapsulating carefree suburban rebellion and a countercultural spirit.

Royal Highness is an album by Kottonmouth Kings, released in 1998. A vibrant fusion of hip-hop and punk ethos, encapsulating carefree suburban rebellion and a countercultural spirit. 'Royal Highness' reached notable commercial success, peaking at number 27 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album's quirky themes and party-centric lyrics resonated with a youth culture seeking alternative voices in hip-hop, influencing a wave of artists exploring similar sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Royal Highness sound like?

A vibrant fusion of hip-hop and punk ethos, encapsulating carefree suburban rebellion and a countercultural spirit. Rooted in hip-hop.

What makes Royal Highness by Kottonmouth Kings notable?

'Royal Highness' reached notable commercial success, peaking at number 27 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album's quirky themes and party-centric lyrics resonated with a youth culture seeking alternative voices in hip-hop, influencing a wave of artists exploring similar sounds. When 'Royal Highness' was released in January 1998, Kottonmouth Kings were on the cusp of mainstream recognition following their debut album 'Hidden Stash'. This sophomore effort solidified their style blending rap with elements of rock and reggae, placing them at the forefront of the underground scene in California.

How many songs are on Royal Highness?

Royal Highness has 17 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.

Tracklist

17 tracks·76:13

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

  • 1 Bong Tokin’ Alcoholics Standout 3:59
  • 2 Play On 4:51
  • 3 Suburban Life Standout 3:29
  • 4 Life Ain’t What It Seems 3:42
  • 5 So High Standout 4:19
  • 6 Big Hoss 2:59
  • 7 Spies 3:51
  • 8 Bump 4:11
  • 9 Dog’s Life 4:26
  • 10 Misunderstood 3:21
  • 11 Dirt Slang 2:34
  • 12 What’s Your Trip 3:53
  • 13 High Society 3:40
  • 14 Psychedelic Funk 4:58
  • 15 Me & My Skate 4:31
  • 16 Discombobulated 4:10
  • 17 Planet Budtron 13:09

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Genre

hip-hop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

76 min 13 sec