Kid 'N Play - Back to Basix (1990) Vinyl 12" Single • Funhouse, Remix

Catalog Number:

FMS-62366

Musical Styles:

1990s, Dance Pop, East Coast Style, Funk Metal, Hip-Hop, Jazzy Hip Hop, New Jack Swing, Pop Rap, Rapso

Sleeve Grade:

Excellent (EX)

Record Grade:

Excellent (EX)

Condition Details:

Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). 12" Single. Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing, surface impressions (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (generic white). Spine is easy-to-read with wear. Shelf-wear along top-edge, heavier along bottom-edge. Wear to corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Top-right corner is cut.)

Tracks:

1. Back To Basix (Mad R&B Remix)
2. Back To Basix (Wiz Gone Mad Remix)
3. Back To Basix (LP Version)
4. Back To Basix (Live Hip Hop Version)
5. Back To Basix (Marley Remix)
6. Energy

About The Record:

Back to Basix, by Kid 'N Play, is a vibrant hip-hop release from their album Kid 'N Play's Funhouse, showcasing their signature upbeat and teen-friendly style. The single features the title track Back to Basix, which peaked at No. 6 on the US rap charts, emphasizing a return to fundamental hip-hop elements with catchy rhythms and positive lyrics. Other tracks include Energy and various remixes like the Wiz Gone Mad Remix and Marley Remix, highlighting their versatility and collaboration with notable producers like Hurby "Luv Bug" Azor. Historically, the single reflects Kid 'N Play's influence in the late 1980s and early 1990s pop rap scene, blending danceable beats with their iconic Kick Step dance, which contributed to their cultural impact in hip-hop and film, notably the House Party series. The Back to Basix single, with its collectible vinyl and cassette formats, remains a sought-after item among hip-hop enthusiasts.