Released August 1, 1989
Recorded 1989
Studio Audio Achievements, Torrance, California
Genre West Coast Hip Hop
Length 48:25
Label RuthlessAtlantic
Producer Eazy-E (exec.) Dr. Dre
Tracklist
1. It’s Funky Enough
2. Mind Blowin’
3. Lend Me An Ear
4. Comm. Blues
5. Let the Bass Go
6. Beautiful But Deadly
7. The D.O.C. & The Doctor
8. No One Can Do It Better
9. Whirlwind Pyramid
10. Comm. 2
11. Formula
12. Portrait of a Master Piece
13. The Grand Finale
“The D.O.C. – No One Can Do It Better” is a classic hip-hop album released in 1989 by American rapper The D.O.C. The album received critical acclaim upon its release and is considered a landmark in the development of West Coast hip-hop.
The album opens with the track “It’s Funky Enough,” which features a catchy beat and The D.O.C.’s confident and charismatic flow. The song serves as an introduction to the album and sets the tone for what is to come.
The second track, “Mind Blowin’,” showcases The D.O.C.’s lyrical prowess as he raps about his skills on the microphone. The track also features a sample from the James Brown song “Funky President (People It’s Bad)”.
The third track, “Lend Me an Ear,” features a sample from The Temptations’ song “Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)” and showcases The D.O.C.’s storytelling ability as he tells a tale of a woman who is cheating on her partner.
The fourth track, “Comm. Blues,” is a skit that features The D.O.C. as a radio DJ who is interrupted by a listener who complains about the lack of quality hip-hop on the radio.
The fifth track, “Let the Bass Go,” features a sample from the Parliament-Funkadelic song “Mothership Connection (Star Child)” and showcases The D.O.C.’s ability to create a party anthem.
The sixth track, “Beautiful But Deadly,” is a cautionary tale about a woman who is beautiful but dangerous. The track features a sample from the song “Troglodyte (Cave Man)” by The Jimmy Castor Bunch.
The seventh track, “The D.O.C. and the Doctor,” features a collaboration with Dr. Dre and showcases the chemistry between the two rappers. The track features a sample from the Isaac Hayes song “Do Your Thing”.
The eighth track, “No One Can Do It Better,” is the title track and features The D.O.C.’s most impressive lyricism. The track features a sample from the song “UFO” by ESG.
The ninth track, “Whirlwind Pyramid,” features The D.O.C. rapping over a fast-paced beat and showcases his ability to flow effortlessly.
The tenth track, “Comm. 2,” is another skit that features The D.O.C. as a radio DJ who receives a call from a listener who praises him for playing quality hip-hop.
The eleventh track, “The Formula,” features a sample from the song “Funky Worm” by The Ohio Players and showcases The D.O.C.’s ability to create a classic hip-hop song.
The twelfth and final track, “Portrait of a Master Piece,” is a tribute to The D.O.C.’s skills on the microphone and features a sample from the song “Rigor Mortis” by Cameo.
Overall, “The D.O.C. – No One Can Do It Better” is a classic hip-hop album that showcases The D.O.C.’s skills as a rapper and storyteller. The album features a diverse range of beats and samples, and The D.O.C.’s confident flow and impressive lyricism make this album a must-listen for any fan of hip-hop.
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