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DESCRIPTION
A rare slice of streetwise soul, Joe Bataan’s Drug Story comes alive on this 7-inch single. Originally released as a raw and gripping spoken-word funk cut, Drug Story stands out in Bataan’s legendary catalog for its haunting narrative and stripped-down production.
Delivered with urgency and conviction, the track is a cautionary tale that follows the tragic arc of a young man's descent into the drug trade. With minimal instrumentation and a focus on storytelling, Bataan lays down a stark message over a moody, funk-laced groove—equal parts social commentary and sonic time capsule.