Rup Dog – Catch 22

Album info

“Catch 22,” a potent hip-hop album from Rup Dog, was released in 1999 under the label Realizum Records. The album boasts an unmistakable G-Funk style, reflecting the gritty urban reality of late ’90s hip-hop culture. As a US-based artist, Rup Dog, whose real name is Rupert Carter, demonstrates a powerful voice from the streets of Sacramento, California.

The album kicks off with “Intro,” setting the stage for a hard-hitting hip-hop narrative. With tracks like “Move The Crowd” and “Get N Paid,” the album quickly establishes a strong, relentless rhythm that pervades throughout the record. “Bonified Hustler” and the title track “Catch 22” encapsulate Rup Dog’s gritty storytelling and intense delivery.

Further into the album, “One Thang Or Anatha” and “Down & Ditty” continue the momentum with captivating beats and thought-provoking lyrics. “Real Ass Nigga” and “High Din A Mutha Fu@#A” present a brutally honest picture of life on the streets.

“Survive Or Die,” “No Felonies,” and “World On My Shouldaz” bring forth the struggle and resilience inherent in urban narratives. Towards the end of the album, “Do What I Gotta Do,” “Look How They Do Me,” “Turf Soldier,” and “All I Been Thru” provide a fitting culmination to Rup Dog’s hard-hitting narrative.

The album is enriched with notable features from artists such as Keak Da Sneak, Melle Mell, Sly G, Bee-gee, Ty Dubb, and more, adding layers of depth and diversity to the project.

As a hip-hop artist, Rup Dog successfully embodies the struggle, resilience, and fierce determination inherent in the genre’s roots. With “Catch 22,” he offers an unfiltered view of life in the streets, brought to life by the pulsating beats of G-Funk, the soulful rhythms of hip-hop, and the gritty authenticity of his lyrical prowess. This album stands as a remarkable testament to Rup Dog’s raw talent and an indelible contribution to late 90s hip-hop.