Kingpin Skinny Pimp - Midnight Hoes SLOWED (1996 Vinyl)

DJ VJ [DaMusicManne] here layin down one of my most respected records in the collection. Here's a very rare '96 special pressing of Skinny Pimp's "King of the Playaz Ball." There were only a handful of these ever pressed. I recently talked to a representative from Select-O-Hits, who had trouble understanding what I was talking about until I mentioned that it was a clear and orange tint vinyl. He was very surprised that these ever floated around, they were not pressed for distribution. This record featured selected tracks from the 1996 album. Obviously, it was one of the most influencial standing albums coming from Prophet Entertainment while the label was around. And Kingpin Skinny Pimp along with the whole 36/Prophet Posse was just finally getting national awareness outside of Memphis. However, soon after this release, Skinny Pimp left Prophet Ent and Three 6 Mafia due to monetary disputes. He had sold out all his rights to the label and would no longer make any money on any record sales. In other words; even to this day, Skinny Pimp reportedly only made $10,000 with this release. It was a bad business deal and I have no doubt DJ Paul, Juicy J, and even Skinny Pimp still greatly regret that it ever had to happen like that. On the same note, Playa Fly and Gangsta Blac had already left the group just previously for similar monetary disputes, and the rest of the history is without being said. In my opinion, Skinny Pimp was one of the most versatile artists that ever came out the underground. He brought his own style and deliverance to the table from day one. He was a key founder of the Memphis lyricism, worked well with whoever he was working with, brought new talents to the table, and was even responsible for writing lyrics for many other artists. (including Paul and Juice) He has done work with just about everyone in Memphis atleast three times over, and if I had to choose a most respected artist out of the city, he would have to be in my top 3 pick.

[@ThaMemphisRewind]

and even more interesting. this song was originally written by Skinny Pimp and performed by himself & Lil Gin on his undergound solo tape in 1995. The track was reproduced and remixed by Lil Pat/Paul/Juice to this version for the 1996 Prophet release.

[@Magiccityconfidential]

Still in rotation in 2022 ... Great upload 💎💎💎💪🏾💪🏾

[@EnlargedPenis]

One of the most underrated songs of all time in my opinion... I mean seriously this song has everything. So smooth.

[@greendottedtoad2.018]

I agree, Enlarged Penis

[@ELAARON1988SWC]

Bumping in 2021

[@BoBoKlaw]

THIS IS SOOOOOOOO RAWWWWWW

[@ThaMemphisRewind]

I do have Lil Gins tape, but the film is ripped. so it cant be played, i never threw it out tho. Lil Pat was a producer for many, many people coming up. But he was always behind the scenes. He was responsible for most of the sampling on a lot of early 36 material. Paul and Juice would make the "beats" and he would put in the samples. He dont work with Paul/Juice anymore obviously. Since then, hes worked with a lot of other folks outside of Memphis too. still stayin behind the scenes tho

[@MemphisRapFan36]

Yes sir, no doubt, he helped a lot. Guys like Playa G, MVP, DJ Jus Borne, DJ Slice Tee, EZ Rock or DJ Paragon helped a lot, they were all involved in some of the Prophet Ent. releases. Lil'Pat is still great engineer tho, I heard he done the mix/mastering on "Blood Money" project.

[@ThaMemphisRewind]

thats much love homie. i came here tryna bring back the classic music. also tryna bring back the music history as well. a lot of it is long forgotten. and even the artists/producers have trouble remembering how things used to be. thanks much

[@MemphisRapFan36]

He produced some songs for Koopsta Knicca on "Da Inevitable" but to be honest it wasn't on the Paul & Juice level. He was playing keys also. The best beat in his career is probably "Taylor Made" by Taylor Boyz from 1999 or 1998 (I don't remember). He used there that famous Willie Hutch "I Choose You" sample.

[@ThaMemphisRewind]

I dont agree with any of that. Hear this. Lil Pat has been producing long before "Da Inevitable" and Taylor Boyz. He wasn't credited to alot of his early work because they were mostly underground. For example, "Skinny But Dangerous" was a mix of underground productions. The album was labeled as produced by DJ Paul and Juicy J. However, it was 95% produced by SMK and Lil Pat. Paul & Juice just bought the rights from them and released it under their names.

[@MemphisRapFan36]

I know what you mean but come on... Lil'Pat was good in 1990-2000 but after that... Paul & Juice became platinum superproducers, I know he produced many good tracks long time ago but now there's no competition between Pat & Hypnotize guys. It's a shame that from old school Memphis producers only Squeeky stepped his game up. Zirk, SMK - they were the best in my opinion.

[@MemphisRapFan36]

He said in the interview that he sold his rights to DJ Paul for 25,000$ (or maybe really 10,000$ - I don't remember now) because he was broke. He didn't knew that Paul can sell 75,000 units with this one. That's why he left.

[@perreality]

Bruh appreciate u giving this music exposure 4real..Do u have the version of this song off the Skinny Pimp" Hear My Dear Bitch"tape?

[@ThaMemphisRewind]

i agree with you that he isnt on Paul/Juice's level now. but thats too obvious. no producer from memphis is. im just puttin it out there that he worked side by side with them. and was responsible for beat tracks and samples on very classic 36 tracks that people overlook as a Paul or a Juice track. thats all. hardly anyone knows who Lil Pat is, thats why people don't realize he co-produced for Prophet Entertainment. Jus go ask any artist what they think about Lil' Pat. they'll all agree

[@crumpy02]

Smooth asf

[@MemphisUndergroundEt]

also that is some real bullshit that skinny only made 10,000 dollars, maybe its because they werent big time then, but hate it or love it, this cd to me is up there with pacs. Just was a behind the scene underground compared to 2pacs mainstream cd hits. If skinny would of had more exposure, this cd would of been super big. All songs on this cd are jamming. For folks that dont buy cds to much, this is the cd you need to buy. Every song is straight pimpin, a must have for the ride.

[@ThaMemphisRewind]

straight up

[@prostreetbeetdhd4586]

Used to beat this junt in the Explorer back in the day.

[@robson197]

mane

[@ThaMemphisRewind]

lmao, i got it on cassette.

[@Canelockbar]

🙏🏻

[@tajstanley2529]

I'm going to be honest. I get caught up on my favorite rapper. Playa Fly, or Skinny!!? Please don't judge me too hard. I'm from Atlanta not Memphis. I'd say it's a tie for GOATfrom the south...... Just sayin

[@raisaray1536]

That you like country rappers... it's ok there isn't lots of choices out there

[@jessus111]

can it go any smooooother? damn

[@JeffPaulTv1]

yo i need that instrumental

[@Thraxxed]

Laid Back G Thang

[@brazyd5]

Damn that vinyl is sooooo tight to the coloring. The font from the CD so colddd. That's what's up u got a REAL piece of triple 6 history.

[@JeremyATX]

dam i wish i could get the slowed version of this song on limewire but i cant find it

[@iLikeMemphis]

Bumpin

[@soundman3636]

perfect.

[@MemphisUndergroundEt]

this is the best vid post ive seen u post. and uve posted up some good ones before. Im truly jealous of you having this record. I dont really care to much about tapes unless its something ive never heard, but that record sure does look nice and the way how u put how it was rare. Real nice add to your collection. keep these get buck jams in ur basement going. youtubes with just pic/song is really terrible. ppl need to be more creative. this is the best channel for memphis rap on youtube.

[@gyselltuepper6035]

Still diggin this in 2021 so fuckin raw