What’s Your Favorite Tupac Song?
Today we mourn the loss of Tupac Shakur, taken way too soon at the age of 25 as a victim of street violence in 1996. While the story behind ‘Pac’s untimely death will forever be shrouded in controversy, today we reflect on the legacy of a young visionary who became a booming voice for his generation and tireless advocate for those in urban communities who never had representation before.
Being the diehard ‘Pac fan I am, it’s difficult for me to choose one favorite song. I could dedicate this entire article to breaking down each and every track. “Brenda’s Got A Baby” and “Dear Mama” are songs to throw on when I’m in an introspective, world-on-my-shoulders mood (which is often). And when “Thug Passion” comes on my iPod, I can’t resist the urge to move my body. But if I have to choose one, it would probably be 1993′s “Keep Ya Head Up.” From the classic sample (The Five Stairsteps‘ “Ooh Child”) and raw, heartfelt subject matter to ‘Pac’s emergence as a natural spokesperson for his people, it showcases the artist at his best.
Check out the rest of the team’s picks and please share yours with us in the comment section.
Carla Shackleford (Managing Editor): “Me and My Girlfriend”
Kiran “Kiki” Goraya (Content Coordinator/Stylist): “Hail Mary”
Jenny Wu (Videographer/Editor): “California Love”
Andrew Fennell (Multimedia Coordinator): “I Get Around”
Anthony Reynolds (Content/Marketing Associate): “Smile” (featuring Scarface)
“So much Pain” – just hearing the beginning female vocals and beat to this track brings back beloved ‘Above the Rim’ memories!
” I rather be your N.I.G.G.A”- it don’t matter if you lonely baby you need a thug in ya life these bustahs aint lovin’ ya right! (aww early high school memories for me!)
“I get Around”- if I was a male this would be my anthem!
” Life Goes On”- I know it’s common but how can you not love it?!
Hope you’re proud of your lil’ sis Boss Lady
I agree with Julie about “So Much Pain.”
I absolutely love that record (I think I just found my new track to start the day off with).
For my favorite Tupac song, though, I think I’ll have to go with “I Wonder If Heaven Got A Ghetto.”
I like Dumpin the most for now, it change from year to year.
Last year (2009) i whas realy loveing Toss It Up, even now i listen to pac for 5 years now i cant stop loveing the song Dear mama, thats the best song
Respect!!! 2Pac.
RIP
favorate tupac song……….i lyk ghetto gospel(with elton john)…also go for tear drops& closed caskets,hail mary,thug passion…….yo! endless ilyk tupac!
I love 2pac to da bones
My fav song is dear mama cuz it’s talking about his mom and we should respect our moms
Shout out to all the moms out there