Shorty the Pimp, Too Short's seventh album, arrived in 1992 with a raw, unvarnished sound that cemented his reputation as a West Coast rap icon. The album showcased his signature pimp-centric narratives and provocative delivery over a G-funk-influenced soundscape.
- The album was Too Short's first release on a major label, Jive Records, after years on his own Dangerous Music imprint.
- It peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart and number 37 on the Billboard 200.
- The album's cover art, featuring Too Short as the titular character, became an iconic image in 1990s hip-hop.
Too Short is a rapper from Los Angeles, California, known for his pioneering work in West Coast hip-hop and his distinctive, explicit lyrical style. By 1992, he had established himself as a prominent figure in the burgeoning gangsta rap scene, known for his prolific output and street-oriented themes.
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