Luke - Breakdown (12" Single) (1992) Vinyl • 2 Live Crew, Luther Campbell Remix

Catalog Number:

GR-452-0

Musical Styles:

1990s, Bass Music, Dance & Clubsound, Electro/Synth, Gangsta & Hardcore, Gangsta Rap, Ghetto, Hip-Hop

Sleeve Grade:

Very Good (VG)

Record Grade:

Excellent (EX)

Condition Details:

Still in ORIGINAL SHRINK-WRAP (opened). Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). 12" Single. Cover has a few creases near edges (front/back); pen marking top-right of front. Inner-sleeve is original (generic white). Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear (crooked text). Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening has signs of use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Breakdown (Radio Mix)
2. Breakdown (Rave Mix)
3. Breakdown (DJ Laz Boomin' Bass Mix)
4. Wake Up America Pt I
5. Breakdown (Nasty Mix)
6. Breakdown (Radio Rave Mix)
7. Ain't That A B*tch
8. Wake Up America Pt II

About The Record:

Breakdown (12" Single), by Luke, is a maxi-single release featuring the title track from his solo album I Got Sh** on My Mind. The song stands out for its heavy sampling of classic funk and hip-hop breaks, including elements from Lyn Collins, Afrika Bambaataa, and the Incredible Bongo Band, creating a high-energy Miami bass sound. Notably, the single includes spoken word segments where Luther Campbell, known as Luke, delivers raw commentary on racial injustice, directly referencing the Rodney King verdict and the ensuing Los Angeles riots, capturing a pivotal moment of social unrest in American history. The main track Breakdown remains a fan-favorite among enthusiasts of early '90s bass music for its booming production and dance-oriented remixes. This release highlights Campbell's ongoing influence in hip-hop, building on his legacy from 2 Live Crew's free speech battles.