Grip It! On That Other Level

Grip It! On That Other Level, released in 1989, features the Geto Boys' core trio of Scarface, Willie D, and Bushwick Bill delivering raw, confrontational gangsta rap rooted in Houston's emerging Southern hip hop scene. The album is marked by gritty, sparse production, heavy low-end, and lyrics that mix violent imagery, dark psychological themes, and social commentary, establishing the group's provocative reputation. Its sound and tone helped highlight Southern perspectives within gangsta rap and influenced later Southern hip hop artists.