Chulo & Lighter Shade Of Brown - Songwriter Royalties

This listing features songs from influential 1990s Chicano hip-hop artists Chulo and A Lighter Shade of Brown.

The catalog's Dollar Age is notably high at 31.84, indicating that these songs have been generating royalties over an extended period, which typically suggests a stable income stream. This is further supported by the consistent performance of the catalog, with less than a 1% variance between last year’s earnings and the three-year average.

Chulo is a foundational voice in 1990s Latin hip-hop, best known for his track “Dazz Mixx” and his contributions to the breakthrough album Brown & Proud by A Lighter Shade of Brown.

“Dazz Mixx” and “Brownie Patrol” by Chulo were both released in 1993 on the EP Brownie Patrol. These songs offer a grittier, more underground perspective on urban Latino life. “Dazz Mixx” features aggressive, rapid-fire lyricism over dense production, while “Brownie Patrol” stands out for its raw street storytelling and cultural authenticity.

“Latin Active” and “Brown and Proud” by A Lighter Shade of Brown are foundational tracks in the evolution of Latin hip-hop. Released in 1990 on their debut album Brown & Proud, these songs helped introduce Chicano narratives and bilingual lyricism to a national audience. “Latin Active” gained notable traction, reaching No. 59 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Earnings Note. 4Q24 International royalties include a $33.91 payment from Germany for the song “Latin Active.” Any similar payments in the future will be owed to the buyer.