Behind Bars stands as one of the most unique albums in hip‑hop history — recorded during Slick Rick’s incarceration, yet still overflowing with his unmistakable storytelling, wit and charisma. Released in 1994, the album blends G‑funk‑leaning production, classic boom‑bap textures and Rick’s signature narrative flow. With contributions from Warren G, Greg Nice, Paul Huston, Vance Wright and Slick Rick himself, plus remixes by Pete Rock and The Large Professor, the record captures a pivotal moment in Rick’s career. This 180‑gram audiophile edition presents the album with renewed clarity, featuring standout tracks such as “Behind Bars (Dum Ditty Dum Mix)”, “Sittin’ In My Car” and “Get A Job”, alongside guest appearances from Doug E. Fresh, Nice & Smooth and Warren G.
Track Listing
- Behind Bars
- All Alone (No One To Be With)
- Sittin’ In My Car (feat. Doug E. Fresh)
- A Love That’s True (Part II)
- Cuz It’s Wrong
- Let’s All Get Down (feat. Nice & Smooth)
- I’m Captive
- Get A Job
- A Love That’s True (Part III)
- It’s A Boy (Remix)
- Behind Bars (Dum Ditty Dum Mix)
Features
- 180‑gram audiophile vinyl
- Third studio album recorded during Slick Rick’s incarceration
- Produced by Warren G, Greg Nice, Paul Huston, Vance Wright and Slick Rick
- Remixes by Pete Rock and The Large Professor
- Guest appearances by Warren G, Doug E. Fresh and Nice & Smooth
- Includes “Behind Bars (Dum Ditty Dum Mix)”, “Sittin’ In My Car” and “Get A Job”
- Peaked at #11 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip‑Hop chart
- Includes insert
Information
Artist: Slick Rick
Title: Behind Bars
Format: 1×LP, 180g
Label: Music On Vinyl
Catalogue Number: MOVLP4093
Barcode: 0602488534857
Country: Europe
Released: 2024 (MOV reissue)
Genre: Hip Hop
Style: East Coast / G‑Funk / Storytelling
Total Audio Length: 00:44
Sleeve: 3mm
Condition: New & Sealed
