A1. Get In Where You Fit In (LP Version - Clean) A2. Get In Where You Fit In (Video Version) A3. Get In Where You Fit In (Remix - Clean) B1. Just Another Day (Clean) B2. Way Too Real [Clean] (feat. Ant Banks & Father Dom)
A1. I'm A Player (Street Version) A2. I'm A Player (Street Remix) B1. I'm A Player (Radio Version) B2. I'm A Player (Radio Remix) B3. Only The Strong Survive
A1. Who Do You Believe In (Clean Version) A2. Who Do You Believe In (Instrumental) B1. Who Do You Believe In (LP Version) B2. Who Do You Believe In (Acapella)
A1. How Do U Want It [LP Version] (feat. KC And JoJo) A2. California Love [Long Radio Edit] (feat. Dr. Dre & Roger Troutman) A3. How Do U Want It [Clean Version] (feat. KC And JoJo) B1. 2 Of Americas Most Wanted [LP Version] (feat. Snoop Doggy Dogg) B2. Hit 'Em Up (feat. The Outlawz)
A1. In The Game (Radio Edit) A2. Definition Of Ah Hustla' (feat. Ant D.O.G., Young Grin & Do Thangs) A3. Excerpts: The Factor / 24K / Forever Hustlin' A4. Playah Campaign '95 B1. In The Game (Street Version) B2. Definition Of Ah Hustla' (Instrumental) B3. Excerpts: The Factor / 24K / Forever Hustlin' B4. Playah Campaign '95
A1. Breathin' [Clean] (feat. Outlawz) A2. Breathin' [Album] (feat. Outlawz) A3. Breathin' (Instrumental) B1. Let 'Em Have It (Remix) [Clean] (feat. Left Eye) B2. Let 'Em Have It (Remix) [Album] (feat. Left Eye) B3. Let 'Em Have It (Remix) [Instrumental]
A1. Promotin' Pimpin' (feat. Lil Poison) A2. Hard Young Pimp (feat. Tony (Spoony T) Steoughter) A3. My Money Don't Stop (feat. Malcom Meloren) A4. I'm Pretty Boy Gangster ''K'' (feat. D.J. X) B1. Genius At Pimpin (feat. Tom Tom Club) B2. Rollin Deep B3. I'm Too Hard B4. It's Tha ''K'' (feat. Isaac Hayes)
“Promotin Pimpin” is an extremely rare EP release by Oakland-based rapper Gangster “K,” which hit the shelves in 1995 under the Pretty Boy Records label. This underground gem consists of 8 tracks, each showcasing Gangster “K”‘s unique style and lyrical skills that pay homage to the Oakland hip-hop scene of the mid-90s.
The EP kicks off with the title track “Promotin Pimpin,” featuring Lil Poison, which sets the tone for the entire project. The album continues with “Hard Young Pimp,” featuring Tony (Spoony T) Steoughter, and “My Money Don’t Stop,” with Malcom Meloren lending his vocals. Each track on the EP features Gangster “K”‘s smooth flow, clever wordplay, and catchy hooks that were characteristic of the West Coast hip-hop sound during that era.
“Im Pretty Boy Gangster ‘K'” features DJ X, while “Genius At Pimpin” includes contributions from the Tom Tom Club. The EP rounds out with “Rollin Deep,” “Im Too Hard,” and “It’s Tha ‘K’,” which features none other than the legendary Isaac Hayes.
“Promotin Pimpin” serves as a time capsule, capturing the essence of the Oakland hip-hop scene in the mid-90s. Gangster “K” demonstrates his ability to collaborate with various artists while maintaining his distinctive sound and style. Despite its rarity, “Promotin Pimpin” remains a sought-after piece of hip-hop history for enthusiasts and collectors alike, showcasing the depth and diversity of the genre during this period.
01. Dru Rules 02. Call Me Dru Down 03. Pimp Of The Year 04. Ice Cream Man (feat. Lunitunz) 05. Weak Move 06. No One Love You 07. Bonus Track 08. Bigger Than What You Think 09. Rigged 10. Talking Shit 11. Fools From The Street (feat. Lunitunz) 12. Shoulda Said So 13. Shout Out Bitch
A1. In The Game (Radio Edit) A2. In The Game (Instrumental) A3. In The Game (A Cappella) B1. In The Game (Old School Mix) B2. Definition Of Ah Hustla' (feat. Ant Dog, Young Grin & Do Thangs) B3. Definition Of Ah Hustla' (Instrumental)
01. Hard To Swallow (Intro) 02. Lord I Pray 03. Drowning 04. Who Wants To Be A Leader 05. Slow Down Son 06. Upside Down 07. Media Rules 08. Gotta Have It 09. Diggin 10. Goodbye 11. Beautiful 12. I'll Show Ya 13. Cryin Out 14. Just Wanna Be Loved 15. Spread Luv 16. Mind Sick
A1. Oakland (Extended Remix) A2. Oakland (Single Edit) A3. Oakland (Instrumental) B1. City Of Dope (Extended Remix) B2. City Of Dope (Single Edit) B3. City Of Dope (Instrumental)
A1. The Streets (Radio Edit) A2. The Streets (Album Version) A3. The Streets (Instrumental) B1. Be About Yo Bizniz [Radio Edit] (feat. Ha-Ha L.O.C.) B2. Deep Az The Root (Radio Edit) B3. Be About Yo Bizniz [Album Version] (feat. Ha-Ha L.O.C.) B4. Deep Az The Root (Album Version)