Description
“Streets Of San Francisco” is a maxi-single released in 1990 by rapper Dontay from San Francisco, California on Bentley Records. The maxi-single features five tracks, including the West Coast classic “Streets Of San Francisco” in both Club Mix and Radio Mix versions, as well as an Instrumental version. The other two tracks are “Silent But Deadly” in both Underground and Street Mix versions.
The maxi-single showcases Dontay’s lyrical prowess and storytelling abilities over hard-hitting beats that capture the gritty essence of the Bay Area hip hop scene. “Streets Of San Francisco” remains a classic anthem of the West Coast rap era, with its catchy hook and memorable verses.
The maxi-single received positive reviews upon its release and helped to establish Dontay as a rising talent in the California hip hop scene. Today, “Streets Of San Francisco” is considered a seminal release of the early West Coast rap sound, and a testament to the creativity and talent of independent artists in the genre.
