Compton’s Most Wanted’s 1991 album Straight Checkn ‘Em is a classic in West Coast gangsta rap, delivering hard-hitting lyrics and gritty beats that capture the essence of early 90s Los Angeles street life.
Led by MC Eiht, the group’s sophomore album, features standout tracks like “Growin’ Up in the Hood” and “They Still Gafflin’,” which offer raw commentary on urban struggles and survival. With its deep basslines, funky grooves, and unflinching storytelling, Straight Checkn ‘Em solidified Compton’s Most Wanted’s place in the gangsta rap movement alongside pioneers like N.W.A. Known for its realism and authenticity, the album is a must-listen for fans of West Coast rap history.
Explore Straight Checkn ‘Em for a raw, unapologetic glimpse into the streets of Compton during a pivotal era in hip-hop.
Straight Checkn’ Em is available on black vinyl.

Label
Music On Vinyl
Genre
Hip Hop / RNB LP - SIDE A
Intro
They Still Gafflin
Growin Up In the Hood
Wanted
Straight Checkn em
I Dont Dance
Raised In Compton
LP - SIDE B
Driveby Miss Dais
Def Wish
Comptons Lynchin
Mike Ts Funky Scratch
Can I Kill It?
Gangsta Shot Out

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