Hip Hop Hooray / The Hood Comes First
Naughty By Nature
- Artist
- Naughty By Nature
- Label
- Tommy Boy
- Catalog number
- TB 554
- Format
- 12" · Single
- Country
- US
- Released
- 1993
- Genre
- Hip Hop
- Barcode
- 016998055403
What’s on it
Hip Hop Hooray / The Hood Comes First has 5 tracks, about 20:45 of music. Open a track to see who wrote, played on and produced it.
- A1Hip Hop Hooray (LP Version)
- A2Hip Hop Hooray (Instrumental)
B1Hip Hop Hooray (Extended Mix)
- Remix
- Kay Gee
- B2The Hood Comes First (LP Version)
- B3The Hood Comes First (Instrumental)
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Where it came from
Released in early 1993 on Tommy Boy Records, Hip Hop Hooray served as the defining lead single from Naughty By Nature's sophomore studio album, 19 Naughty III. The track emerged during a pivotal moment in East Coast hip-hop, blending Treach's intricate, rhythmic flow with a signature sample-heavy production style that prioritized accessibility without sacrificing street credibility. Its release followed the runaway success of their self-titled debut, solidifying the group's reputation as architects of the party-centric, radio-friendly anthem.
The song was produced by KayGee, who crafted a soundscape built around a prominent sample of The Isley Brothers' Joy and Parts of My Heart, creating an infectious hook that became a cultural staple. Beyond its musical design, the single was accompanied by a memorable music video directed by Spike Lee, which featured numerous cameos from hip-hop icons of the era. The release was met with widespread critical and commercial acclaim, effectively cementing Naughty By Nature as central figures in the diversification of 1990s rap music.
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