Naughty By Nature - 19 Naughty III [30th Anniversary]

Released on February 23, 1993, 19 Naughty III cemented Naughty By Nature’s place in hip hop history and silenced any doubts that followed their breakout debut. Led by the unstoppable single “Hip Hop Hooray,” the album proved the group was far more than a one-hit wonder, delivering another era-defining anthem that would go on to become one of the most recognizable songs in hip hop.

The album pairs streetwise lyricism with club-ready energy, a balance that defined Naughty By Nature’s sound at its peak. “Hip Hop Hooray” topped the charts and earned the group their second Top 10 hit, accompanied by a Spike Lee–directed video packed with appearances from icons like Tupac Shakur and Run-DMC. Tracks like “Written on Ya Kitten” and “It’s On” further showcase the group’s confident delivery and infectious hooks, while guest appearances from Heavy D and Queen Latifah add extra weight to an already stacked release.

Produced entirely by group member KayGee, 19 Naughty III blends gritty East Coast realism with undeniable crossover appeal. This 30th Anniversary edition is pressed on double orange colored vinyl, celebrating a platinum-certified album that helped define 1990s hip hop and continues to move crowds decades later.