"Federal" showcases E-40's early mastery of Bay Area rap with his distinctive slurred vocal delivery and inventive slang over funky, bass-heavy production that would define the hyphy movement. The album explores street life, hustling, and party culture with E-40's signature wordplay and regional pride, establishing him as one of the West Coast's most creative lyricists. Its raw, underground sound and E-40's charismatic personality made it a crucial stepping stone in his rise to becoming a Bay Area hip-hop legend.
Tracklist
| 1 | Drought Season |
| 2 | Rat Heads |
| 3 | Federal |
| 4 | Outsmart the Po Po’s |
| 5 | Hide 'n' Seek |
| 6 | Let Him Have It |
| 7 | Extra Manish |
| 8 | Carlos Rossi |
| 9 | Nuttin Ass Nigga |