Testing Too $hort's Music Knowledge

Today on Track Star*, we are quizzing legendary rapper Too $hort on Funk deep-cuts and influential Hip-Hop classics. Revealing the extent of his music knowledge, Too $hort gives us the opportunity to learn about and appreciate the overlapping worlds and influences of Motown, Funk, and Hip-Hop.

Too $hort takes the time today to show us some of the music he was raised on, breaking down how his father’s love of Funk and Motown influenced his own creative process and musical appreciation.

With personal stories and impressive knowledge, Too $hort presents a unique and important perspective on early Hip-Hop figures and influences. 

This Episode's Track List: 

Distant Lover - Marvin Gaye

Mary Jane - Rick James

Computer Love - Zapp

You Dropped A Bomb On Me - The Gap Band

It Was a Good Day - Ice Cube

I Get Around (ft. Shock G, Money B) - 2Pac

Stompin’ And Pimpin - 8Ball & MJG

EARFQUAKE - Tyler, The Creator

I Don’t F**k With You - Big Sean

DADZ LOVE - Justin Bieber, Lil B

Last Time That I Checc’d (ft YG) - Nipsey Hussle

Fantastic Voyage - Lakeside

Love’s Train - Con Funk Shun