Pineapple Now-Laters
Pineapple Now-Laters is the debut studio album by American R&B singer-songwriter BJ the Chicago Kid. It was released independently on February 21, 2012, through M.A.F.E. Music. The album blends elements of neo soul, R&B, and hip hop, showcasing BJ’s signature storytelling and smooth vocal delivery.
Background
Prior to the album, BJ the Chicago Kid had released several mixtapes, including The Life of Love’s Cupid. Pineapple Now-Laters marked his transition into a full-length studio album. The title references the nostalgic candy Now and Laters, symbolizing BJ’s blend of past influences with contemporary sounds.Composition
The album incorporates soulful melodies, live instrumentation, and hip-hop-infused production. BJ's vocal style draws comparisons to D'Angelo and Marvin Gaye, with lyrical themes centered on love, struggle, and personal growth.Track listing
All tracks produced by BJ the Chicago Kid unless otherwise noted.| # | Title | Featured artist | Producer | Length |
| 1 | "Pineapple Now-Laters " | Harold Green, DJ Battlecat | BJ the Chicago Kid | 1:59 |
| 2 | "East Side High 2012 & Forever" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 1:09 |
| 3 | "Sex X Money X Sneakers" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 3:32 |
| 4 | "Fly Girl Get 'Em" | Freddie Gibbs | BJ the Chicago Kid | 3:21 |
| 5 | "Good Luv'n" | — | Jairus Mozee | 3:49 |
| 6 | "The Big Payback" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 2:45 |
| 7 | "Aiight" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 3:33 |
| 8 | "Good Love" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 3:46 |
| 9 | "White Picket Fence " | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 0:28 |
| 10 | "Sex Is The Best Breakfast" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 2:13 |
| 11 | "Plai Boi" | Boi Josh | BJ the Chicago Kid | 3:36 |
| 12 | "Other Side" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 3:46 |
| 13 | "I Want You Back Lady Lady" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 5:08 |
| 14 | "The World Is A Ghetto" | Kendrick Lamar, DJ Battlecat, Jairus Mozee | BJ the Chicago Kid | 5:59 |
| 15 | "Dream II" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 5:47 |
| 16 | "His Pain II" | Kendrick Lamar | BJ the Chicago Kid | 5:29 |
| 17 | "King Kong" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 2:20 |
| 18 | "Hood Stories, Vol. 1" | — | BJ the Chicago Kid | 3:50 |