In 1991, Compton not only continues to represent, but doesn't stop and continues to go very fast. KK and Gangsta D aren't two incredible or particularly capable rappers, indeed, when they can, they try to get closer to the hook sung R&B, yet thanks to a noteworthy production they bring out a pretty honest album, even if far from being counted among the best of the season.
These two rappers have neither a particularly good technique nor a distinct style or some type of interesting delivery, moreover their funny bars are mainly focused on the female topic: somehow their delivery is dope, but their ignorant braggadocio lyrics bathed in misogyny they tend to slow down the fluidity of listening. If they were dropped with a hardcore style, it would be an album of higher caliber and certainly among the best of the year, instead the duo decides to spit bars with a relaxed and easy-going, flowing style, which contrasts with the hardcore themes that they decide to take.
If you don't pay too much attention to the lyrics, to the simple and mediocre lyricism of the 2nd II None inspired by major hardcore acts of the scene, the record remains a relaxing, flowing and rightly gangsta listening, and is livened up by the presence of excellent guests (Hi-C is the only one credited), much of the credit goes to the wonderful work done by DJ Quik in production: the funky sound he provides on this LP is smooth and accessible, purely West Coast, also thanks to an excellent choice of funky samples on fresh rhythms, slow and skinny, cheerful and positive.
Rating: 7/10.
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