Dr. Dre – 2001 (2LP) – Explicit Version

Album Info Hide Show Artist: Dr. Dre Album: 2001 Released: Europe, 2023 Tracklist: A1 Lolo (Intro) 0:40 Featuring – tray-Dee, Xzibit Sounds [Low Rider Provided By] – Kevin “Elbow” Smith A2 The Watcher 3:28 Backing Vocals [Background Vocals] – Eminem, Knoc-Turnal Written-By – A. Young, M. Mathers A3 Fuck You 3:25 Featuring – Devin, Snoop Dogg Written-By – A. Young, B. Bailey, C. Broadus, D. Copeland A4 Still D.R.E. 4:28 Featuring – Snoop Dogg Written-By – A. Young, M. Bradford, S. Storch, S. Carter A5 Big Ego’s 4:01 Featuring – Hittman Written-By – A. Young, B. Bailey, M. Bradford, R. Bembry, S. Storch, T. Curry B1 Xxplosive 3:35 Backing Vocals [Background Vocals] – Hittman Featuring – Six-Two, Hittman, Kurupt, Nate Dogg Written-By – A. Young, B. Bailey, C. Longmiles, N. Hale, R. Brown B2 What’s The Difference 4:04 Backing Vocals [Background Vocals] – Phish Featuring – Eminem, Xzibit Written-By – A. Joiner, M. Mathers, M. Bradford, R. Bembry, S. Harris B3 Bar One 0:51 Featuring – Eddie Griffin, Ms. Roq, traci Nelson B4 Light Speed 2:30 Backing Vocals [Background Vocals] – Knoc-turn’al, Ms. Roc Featuring – Hittman Written-By – A. Young, B. Bailey B5 Forgot About Dre 3:54 Featuring – Eminem Written-By – A. Young, M. Mathers, M. Bradford B6 The Next Episode 2:42 Backing Vocals [Background Vocals] – Kurupt Featuring – Snoop Dogg Vocals [Uncredited] – Nate Dogg Written-By – A. Young, B. Bailey, C. Broadus, M. Bradford C1 Let’s Get High 2:27 Backing Vocals [Background Vocals] – Anthony , traci Nelson Featuring – Hittman, Kurupt, Ms. Roq Vocals [Additional Vocals] – Mel-Man, Scruncho Written-By – A. Young, B. Bailey, M. Mathers, R. Weaver, R. Brown C2 Bitch Niggaz 4:14 Featuring – Six-Two, Hittman, Snoop Dogg Written-By – B. Bailey, C. Broadus, C. Longmiles, M. Bradford C3 The Car Bomb 1:01 Featuring – Charis Henry, Mel-Man C4 Murder Ink 2:28 Backing Vocals [Background Vocals] – traci Nelson Featuring – Hittman, Ms. Roq Written-By – A. Young, B. Bailey, R. Weaver C5 Ed-Ucation 1:32 Featuring – Eddie Griffin C6 Some L.A. Niggaz 4:25 Backing Vocals [Background Vocals] – Koka Featuring – Defari, King T, Knoc-turn’al, Koka, MC Ren, Time Bomb , Xzibit Written-By – A. Joyner, A. Young, B. Bailey, D. Johnson, M. Holder, R. McBride, R. Harbor C7 Pause 4 Porno 1:33 Featuring – Jake Steed Music By [Music Provided By] – Aaron Harris, Laylow D1 Housewife 4:03 Featuring – Hittman, Kurupt Written-By – A. Young, B. Bailey, M. Bradford, R. Brown, T. Curry D2 Ackrite 3:40 Featuring – Hittman Written-By – A. Young, B. Bailey, M. Bradford D3 Bang Bang 3:42 Backing Vocals [Background Vocals] – T. Y. Nichols Featuring – Hittman, Knoc-turn’al Written-By – A. Young, B. Bailey, M. Mathers, R. Harbor D4 The Message 5:11 Featuring – Mary J. 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You can contact our Melbourne record shop at (03) 9939 3807 or at [email protected] Happy Listening! Description Hide Show “2001” by Dr. Dre, often referred to as “The Chronic 2001”, is a masterstroke of hip-hop, a meticulously crafted album that stands as a defining moment in the annals of rap music. Released in 1999, it arrived seven years after Dre’s groundbreaking debut, “The Chronic”. This sophomore effort not only confirmed Dre’s stature as a pioneering producer but also sculpted the soundscape of hip-hop for the new millennium. The album’s production is a sonic marvel, meticulously layered with rich basslines, precise drum patterns, and atmospheric strings, showcasing Dre’s ability to fuse live instrumentation with synthesized sounds. The result is an immersive listening experience that straddles the line between opulence and grit, luxury and street credibility. The lyrical content of “2001” is equally captivating, navigating through themes of fame, legacy, violence, and partying. Dre’s introspective verses in tracks like “The Watcher” reflect on his legacy and the challenges of staying relevant. Collaborations with artists like Eminem, Snoop Dogg, and Xzibit enhance the album’s diversity, each contributing their unique flavor and reinforcing Dre’s influence on and camaraderie with the rap community. Songs like “Forgot About Dre” and “Still D.R.E.” are emblematic of Dre’s defiance against critics and doubters. They are anthems of self-assurance, standing tall as testaments to his enduring relevance in a constantly evolving hip-hop scene. “2001” is not just a showcase of Dre’s artistic prowess but also serves as a platform for introducing new talent, most notably Eminem, whose verse on “Forgot About Dre” remains iconic. Despite its critical acclaim, the album does not shy away from controversy. Its explicit content, reflecting the West Coast gangsta rap ethos, has been both praised for its authenticity and criticized for its portrayal of women and glorification of violence. However, it is essential to view “2001” within its socio-cultural context, a reflection of the realities and fantasies of its time. In conclusion, “2001” by Dr. Dre is a masterclass in production, lyricism, and collaboration. It captures the essence of West Coast hip-hop, projecting it onto a global stage and establishing Dr. Dre as one of the genre’s undeniable legends. Why is the album titled “2001” when it was released in 1999? Dr. Dre titled the album “2001” to symbolize a new era in hip-hop, indicating the forthcoming turn of the century. The initial title was “The Chronic 2000”, but due to legal disputes with his former label, Dre opted for “2001”. Is “2001” a direct continuation of “The Chronic”? While “2001” is not a direct sequel to “The Chronic”, it is thematically and sonically a continuation. Both albums encapsulate the West Coast hip-hop sound and ethos, but “2001” offers a more polished, evolved, and matured version of Dre’s production and lyrical narrative. How did Eminem and Dr. Dre start collaborating? Eminem’s demo tape landed in the hands of Interscope Records’ Jimmy Iovine, who played it for Dr. Dre. Impressed with Eminem’s talent, Dre immediately proposed a collaboration, resulting in tracks on both “The Slim Shady LP” and “2001”. Was “2001” as influential as “The Chronic”? Both albums have left significant marks on hip-hop. While “The Chronic” is credited with popularizing G-funk and redefining West Coast hip-hop, “2001” is praised for its evolved production and intricate lyrical content, influencing many producers and artists in the subsequent years. Did Dr. Dre produce all the tracks on “2001”? Dr. Dre was the primary producer for “2001”, but he collaborated with other producers like Mel-Man and Lord Finesse on several tracks. However, Dre’s signature sound is omnipresent throughout the album. Product Reviews Hide Show Write a Review