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- Luniz "I Got 5 on It/I Got 5 on it Remix" Luniz - "I Got 5 On It" Few beats are so inextricably linked to a specific drug in the way that this song's sample of Club Nouveau's "Why You Treat Me So Bad" makes you think immediately of weed—something that made it an odd choice in more recent years, when Diddy sampled it for a heartfelt R&B collabo with R. Kelly, "Satisfy You."
- Too $hort "Cusswords" While East Coast rappers were scared to use cusswords on wax, Too $hort was in Oakland stringing together as many as he could—"motherfuck you damn shithead bitch"—eventually taking credit for making the word "bitch" or "beeyatch" as popular as it is today—which, whatever.
- Rappin' 4-Tay "Playaz Club" Arguably San Francisco's only real nationwide hit, "Playaz Club" is an ode to speakeasys that most likely never existed.
- Souls of Mischief "'93 'Til Infinity" "93 'til Infinity" is an undeniably dope laid-back track from a crew reppin' a city—Oakland—that gets "a little hectic," as they point out in the intro.
- Mac Dre. 773 votes. With a career spanning decades, Mac Dre was among the pioneers of the hyphy movement and helped to shape the Bay Area hip hop sound. Known for his clever wordplay and laid-back flow, he produced hits like "Thizzle Dance" and "Feelin' Myself."
- Too Short. 599 votes. With a career spanning three decades, Too $hort is undeniably a significant figure in the world of West Coast hip-hop. Known for his raunchy lyrics and smooth flow, this Oakland native released numerous chart-topping albums including Born to Mack and Short Dog's in the House.
- E-40. 684 votes. E-40, a.k.a. Earl Stevens, has been a prominent figure in the Bay Area music scene since the late 1980s. As a founding member of The Click, he introduced a unique slang and innovative style to the rap game.
- Tupac Shakur. 825 votes. Arguably one of the most influential figures in rap, Tupac Shakur's impact stretched far beyond the Bay Area. Despite hailing from East Harlem, he made his mark in the Bay by joining Digital Underground and releasing his debut album 2Pacalypse Now.
Aug 21, 2023 · While the San Francisco Bay Area may not be the biggest name in the national hip-hop conversation, its underdog status is a point of pride and reason for continued creativity. In 2023, hip-hop artists, producers and businesspeople keep an eye on the Bay for lyrical, linguistic, music, dance and style trends.
The Bay Area birthed the hyphy movement, a culture of upbeat music, unique dances, and a cool fashion sense. In honor of hip-hop turning 50, here is a list of classic hip-hop songs...
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Oakland to San Mateo, the California Bay Area has been home to some of the greatest rap artists.
Eminem - Stan (Long Version) ft. Dido726M Views- E-40 - Rapper's Ball ft. Too $hort, K-Ci13.1M Views
- E-40 - Tell Me When To Go (Official Music Video) | Warner Records24.6M Views
- E-40 - Sprinkle Me ft. Suga-T10.6M Views
- Nas - Hate Me Now (Official HD Video) ft. Puff Daddy52.4M Views
- DMX - Ruff Ryders' Anthem222.5M Views
- The Game, 50 Cent - Hate It Or Love It (Official Music Video)359.5M Views
- Dr. Dre - The Next Episode (Official Music Video) ft. Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Nate Dogg749.3M Views
- RBL Posse - Bammer Weed124.6K Views
- The Federation - Stunna Shades OFFICIAL VIDEO437.3K Views
Dec 19, 2023 · In this article, we’ll take a look at the 15 best and most influential Bay Area rappers of all time. 1. Tupac Shakur. 2Pac - Hit 'Em Up (Dirty) (Music Video) HD. Yes, Tupac Shakur was born in East Harlem, however, he lived most of his life in Oakland and was the main force behind the West Coast style of the 90s.
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The 50 Greatest Bay Area Rap Songs by Complex · Playlist · 48 songs · 42 likes.
