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One of the Bay Area's Best - A Legendary Release! Apr 01, 2009
The West Coast is home to a wealth of outstanding hip-hop artists and albums, and 'In a Major Way', E-40's breakthrough album, is no exception. Featuring clever, unique lyricism and original beats, 'In a Major Way' deserves all of the recognition it gets and then some.
From 'Da Intro' to the album's ending, the production is spot-on, and E-40's lyrics and flow are smooth. Completely filler-free, E-40 especially shines on the tracks 'Dey Ain't No', 'Smoke 'N' Track' (featuring a beat you can't help but bump on your stereo's highest volume), and the moderately popular single, '1 Luv'. Although E-40 and his associates worked on this album independently, you wouldn't even know that due to the high quality beats and rhymes.
Fellow West Coast rappers 'B-Legit', '2pac', and 'Spice 1' even make guest appearances here (on the tracks 'H.I. Double L' and 'Dusted N'Disgusted'), and they all vibe with E-40 exquisitely.
'In a Major Way' is just another reason to love the Bay Area (and West Coast in general). Near flawless, this is E-40's master work.
 The Hillside Representin' (Rating: 8 out of 10- -4.0 stars) Oct 03, 2008
1995 was The Bay Area's biggest year. Artists such as The Luniz, Mac Mall, and the Hieroglyphics were having big hits that year. Too Short just dropped a near classic album. And The Click was on point, reppin' northern Cali area. 40 Water comes out with his third solo album In A Major Way back in'95. The album has that northern west coast vibe that is guaranteed to get listeners moving. A few standouts include "Ridin' Sidewayz" with B-Legit, and Mac Shon. "Spittin'" has a dope bass line too that will hype you up. "Sprinkle Me" is the album's first single that features 40's younger sister Suga-T (she also sings the hook for "Fed"). Bay Area artists Spice 1, Mac Mall, and Tupac drop in for the dope "Dusted 'N' Disgusted". "Smoke 'N' Drank" is my favorite from the album that will keep you bouncing (that pre-hyphy style song). 40's younger son comes in and drops a few bars on "All Bad" to help close out the album.
E-40 dropped an excellent album for '95. In A Major Way is mostly consistent all though out, as it helped represented the west coast. This album vibes like most albums out there and it is highly recommended if you're a fan of their music. 4 stars- Highly recommended. Peace.
Lyrics: B+
Production: A-
Guest Appearances: B+
Musical Vibes: A-
Top 5 Tracks:
1. Smoke 'N' Drank
2. Spittin'
3. Ridin' Sidewayz (featuring B-Legit and Mac Shon)
4. Sprinkle Me (featuring Suga-T)
5. Dusted 'N' Disgusted (featuring Spice 1, Mac Mall, and Tupac)
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E-40's Quintessential Masterpiece - A Bay Area CLASSIC! Jul 11, 2007
E-40 was a long-time veteran in the rap game when his seminal album "In a Major Way" was released in 1995. It's really the album that got E-40 noticed by a mainstream audience, and pushed Jive to ultimately stuff more money into his forthcoming albums (the next being "Hall Of Game" [1996]). This album rides the line between independent and mainstream lines ridiculously well. As far as rapping goes, E-40 is at the very top of his game, boasting his slang-filled flow with a cunning wit, that is arguably in peak form. Most notably, some of the best west coast rappers came to support Forty's untouchable style - 2Pac, Mac Mall & Spice 1 - who all perform flawlessly on the classic posse track "Dusted 'n' Disgusted".
"Da Bumble" kicks off the album right after a solid intro. From this point on, we catch a glimpse of what the production will sound like throughout, although minimal, it bangs nicely. The production is mainly kept in-house, and is handled by Mike Mosley, Studio Ton & Funk Daddy among others. There are some stellar tracks here! "Sideways" featuring The Click's B-Legit & Mac Shawn is probably my favorite. The beat is tight, and is one of my favorite appearances from B-Legit. "Spittin'" is also one of my favorites. The album's front half burns brightly with bangers like these...it almost feels front-loaded with the goods, but truly boasts quality through and through. Then comes perhaps E-40's greatest single - "Sprinkle Me". The Click's Suga-T performs immaculately alongside Forty Water. The beat is tight and the lyrics are true to form. Other standouts are the aforementioned "Dusted 'n' Disgusted", and the breakthrough single "1-Luv". The quality of album tracks in the mix leaves the album free of filler.
Consistent quality has always been part of E-40's repertoire. Consistently enjoyable full albums are another thing. "In a Major Way" is definitely his most consistent effort to date. Although the beat-makers will prove to hit harder on later albums, there has never been a set of beats/collaborators that E-40 has worked better with. This is one of the albums that defines the Bay Area in the rap world.
Major League Jan 25, 2007
The third solo release, In A Major Way, from the self-proclaimed "Ambassator of the Bay" delivers a complete project with mainstream success. E-40 speaks over "Intro" as he gives the ingredients contained in this album that ties with "Da Bumble" both produced by Sam Bostic & Mike Mosley with speed variences. The objective is definately arranged for the trunk as 40 Water flows without any hooks, chorus or breaks, but his original multi-styled flow with charisma and energy as quoted "...he say / she say / b*tch, that away..." "Sideways" featuring B-Legit & Mac Shon is for the riders hitting the strip or the block as E and B share verses highlighted by the catchy hook. "...big timer, timer / 40 water..." "Sprinkle Me" featuring Suga T had all the perfect elements with a memerable hook, perfect delivery and production makes this a highlight with a mainstream feel. Taking it to the streets with all star support from 2Pac, Mac Mall & Spice 1 on "Dusted 'N' Disgusted" as each shined with their signature flow. Performed as a letter to a friend in jail "1-Luv" featuring Leviti poses the reality of simply living and E-40 did not miss a beat. Relating to getting high and getting drunk for serious smokers and drinkers, "Smoke 'N' Drank", was written with just that in mind. "Dey Ain't No" is dark with an incessant deep bass enriched by a piano silhouette to give this LP a more street feel. Speaking about the street games, E-40 spits on how to invest into businesses for a legal hustle on "Fed" featuring Suga T. Sharing verses with B-Legit & Celly Cel representing the "H.I. Double L." side of Vallejo, California on how they live. "It's All Bad" is about life in the ghetto and changing times comparing it to excerpts found in the Bible. This song was enlighened at the conclusion with a surprise guest by E-40's son with a solid performance. The "Outro" only left the listener craving another dosage of this sixteen track album.
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Mr. Fonzarelli's finest Work Sep 14, 2006
This is one of the best albums evermade regardless of region. The source misspoke and caused a major injustice when this album was only given 3.5 mics upon its release. In a Major Way is the rarified classic where you literally dont have to skip a single track. It has 12 songs and every single one exemplifies pure fire. The best tracks, if you want to single out any are The Bumble, Sideways, Sprinkle Me, Dusted n Disgusted(featuring 2pac at his finest), Fed, H-I-Double L Side, 1 Luv, and Bootsie. If you dont own this, get it now, you've been sleeping on a west coast classic for all to enjoy.
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