Socially conscious rappers
Thug Life
rap about inner-city happenings, but also address the problems which cause the hopeless feeling of many residents. Musically, they borrow aspects of G-funk and New York hip-hop. Though it's led by the rap hit
"Cradle to the Grave,"
Volume 1
has more to offer, like the ghetto lament
"Pour out a Little Liquor"
and the intriguingly reflective
"How Long Will They Mourn Me?"
featuring
Nate Dogg
. ~ John Bush