***Paris***

Guerrilla Funk (1994)

Released: 1994
Recorded: 1994
Genre: West Coast Hip Hop, G-Funk
Label: Priority

This third LP from Paris continues in the tradition of social consciousness and self-awareness that earned him a place among
hip-hop’s political elite, but with a different musical twist, this time opting for the G-Funk soundscape that had become
prevalent in west coast rap at the time. Amid a changing political climate, Paris still continued to avoid the common afflictions
that plagued (and continue to plague) many hip-hop artists - weed, alcohol, black-on-black violence and dehumanization of women.
"Outta My Life," a powerful, introspective lament of conditions in the black community, exemplifies the sentiment here, as it
speaks directly to those who are disproportionately affected by violent crime. "One Time Fo’ Ya Mind" and the title track
further drive home the message of self-sufficiency and empowerment, and "40 Ounces and a Fool" berates those in the industry who
choose to pursue profit over the mental well-being of the listening audience. Guerrilla Funk is geared toward heads who prefer
lyrical meat with bomb beats.

Tracklist:

01. Prelude (1:13)
02. It's Real (4:47)
03. One Time Fo' Ya Mind (4:40)
04. Guerrilla Funk (4:55)
05. Blacks & Blues (0:44)
06. Bring It To Ya (5:15)
07. Outta My Life (5:05)
08. Whatcha See? (4:50)
09. 40 Ounces And A Fool (1:17)
10. Back In The Days (4:35)
11. Guerrilla Funk (Deep Fo' Real Mix) (7:59)
12. It's Real (Extended Movement Mix) (7:27)
13. Shots Out (2:11)