{"product_id":"44-78602","title":"Wyclef Jean - We Trying To Stay Alive (12\" Single) (1997) Vinyl •PLAY-GRADED•","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin-bottom: 0px ;\"\u003eCatalog Number:\u003c\/h3\u003e 44-78602\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eMusical Styles:\u003c\/h3\u003e 1990s, Caribbean Music, Dance \u0026amp; Clubsound, Dancehall, Disco Funk, DJ\/Toasting, Hip-Hop, Old School, Pop Rap\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin-bottom: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eSleeve Grade:\u003c\/h3\u003e Very Good Plus (VG+)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"display: inline-block ; margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eRecord Grade:\u003c\/h3\u003e Near Mint (NM or M-)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eCondition Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eVinyl plays nicely; a few light hairlines (play-graded). 12\" Single. Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing (front\/back). Inner-sleeve is generic white. Spine is mostly readable with wear. Minor shelf-wear along top\/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots, heavier towards bottom-edge. (Top-left corner is cut.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eTracks:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003col style=\"margin-top: 0px ; margin-bottom: 0px ;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWe Trying To Stay Alive (LP Version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWe Trying To Stay Alive (Remix)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWe Trying To Stay Alive (Acapella)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eAnything Can Happen\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eFlavor From The Carnival (LP Snippets)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003eAbout The Record:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin: 0px ; padding: 0px ;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eWe Trying To Stay Alive (12\" Single),\u003c\/span\u003e by Wyclef Jean, is a vinyl maxi-single featuring various versions of the lead track, including remixes, instrumentals, and a cappella renditions, alongside tracks like \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eAnything Can Happen.\u003c\/span\u003e A standout feature is its creative sampling of the Bee Gees' disco classic \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eStayin' Alive,\u003c\/span\u003e blended with elements from Audio Two's \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eTop Billin'\u003c\/span\u003e and, in the video version, an interpolation of Kraftwerk's \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eTrans-Europe Express,\u003c\/span\u003e showcasing Wyclef's innovative fusion of hip-hop with diverse genres. The single marked Wyclef Jean's entry into solo artistry following the massive success of the Fugees, highlighting his transition with contributions from Refugee Camp associates John Forté and Pras. The title track emerged as a fan-favorite for its energetic party vibe and clever lyrical boasts. As a hit single, \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic ;\"\u003eWe Trying to Stay Alive\u003c\/span\u003e peaked at No. 45 on the Billboard Hot 100, No. 3 on the Hot Rap Songs chart, and No. 14 on the Hot R\u0026amp;B\/Hip-Hop Songs chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Record Vision","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52793824543001,"sku":"44-78602","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/6937\/8329\/files\/LP-wyclef_jean-we_trying_to_stay_alive_12_single.jpg?v=1783554798","url":"https:\/\/record-vision.myshopify.com\/products\/44-78602","provider":"Record Vision","version":"1.0","type":"link"}