Jayo Felony - Take A Ride (Compact Disc)

1	Jayo Felony	Lock Down	00:47
2	Jayo Felony	The Loc Is On His Own	03:45
3	Jayo Felony	I’ma Keep Bangin’	04:01
4	Jayo Felony	Homicide	03:39
5	Jayo Felony	Love Boat	01:06
6	Jayo Felony	Sherm Stick	03:14
7	Jayo Felony	Niggas And Bitches	04:02
8	Jayo Felony	Day 1	00:44
9	Jayo Felony	Can’t Keep A Gee Down	03:35
10	Jayo Felony	Bitch I’m Through	03:35
11	Jayo Felony	Penitentiary Bound	03:29
12	Jayo Felony	Don’t Call Me Nigga	01:47
13	Jayo Felony	They Got Me On Medication	03:21
14	Jayo Felony	Funk 2 Da Head	03:34
15	Jayo Felony	Skit	00:15
16	Jayo Felony	Take A Ride	04:15

Album info

“Take A Ride” is the debut studio album by Jayo Felony, a significant figure in the West Coast hip-hop scene. Released in 1995 under JMJ and Rush Associated Labels, this album showcases Jayo Felony’s raw and unfiltered approach to gangsta rap, a style that vividly depicts the gritty realities of street life.

The album opens with “Lock Down,” setting the tone for the rest of the project with its hard-hitting beats and Jayo’s aggressive flow. “The Loc Is On His Own” continues this trend, featuring instrumentation by Clever Kisum and production by Prodagee Productions, presenting a stark narrative of life on the streets.

“I’ma Keep Bangin'” and “Homicide,” with their intense lyrical content, delve deeper into the themes of violence and survival in the urban landscape. “Love Boat” switches gears slightly, offering a glimpse into the rapper’s more reflective side.

One of the standout tracks, “Sherm Stick,” is an unapologetic portrayal of drug use and its prevalence in the inner city, a common theme in gangsta rap of the era. “Niggas And Bitches” and “Day 1” further explore the complexities of relationships and loyalty in a harsh environment.

“Can’t Keep A Gee Down” and “Bitch I’m Through” demonstrate Jayo Felony’s resilience against adversity, with the latter featuring backing vocals and keyboards by Anthony Pearyer and guitar by Anthony Cox. “Penitentiary Bound” and “Don’t Call Me Nigga” tackle the issues of incarceration and racial identity, respectively.

“They Got Me On Medication” returns to the album’s earlier themes of street violence, while “Funk 2 Da Head” and the title track, “Take A Ride,” offer a raw, unvarnished look at the rapper’s life experiences and perspectives.

The production team, including Jam Master Jay, Marlin Wiggins, and Randy Allen, brings a blend of hard-hitting beats and melodic elements that perfectly complement Jayo Felony’s storytelling. The album’s unflinching portrayal of life in the streets, combined with its musical prowess, makes “Take A Ride” a pivotal work in the gangsta rap genre and a cornerstone of Jayo Felony’s discography.