Synopsis

Kris Kross deliver a confident performance in a polished 1990s hip-hop video that presents the duo in a tougher, more mature style than their breakthrough era. The clip alternates between individual rap shots, shared performances, and street-oriented imagery, emphasizing their oversized fashions, swagger, and tightly choreographed presence. The visual approach matches the song's smooth, bass-heavy production while introducing a more West Coast-influenced attitude. Super Cat's dancehall contribution reinforces the track's blend of hip-hop and reggae.

Factoids & Trivia

• "Alright" was released in 1993 as the lead single from Kris Kross' second album, "Da Bomb."

• The song features Jamaican dancehall artist Super Cat, whose appearance on the chorus helped connect the track's Atlanta rap sound with reggae and dancehall.

• Jermaine Dupri built the track around a sample of Slave's 1979 funk song "Just a Touch of Love."

• The single became Kris Kross' third number one on Billboard's Hot Rap Singles chart, following "Jump" and "Warm It Up."

• The lyrics include a response to Da Youngstas, who had criticized Kris Kross over their success and their use of writers. The line about rivals who "choose to pass da mic" references Da Youngstas' song "Pass da Mic."

• The video marked a deliberate shift away from the playful, family-friendly image associated with "Jump." Its styling and performance approach lean into the gangsta-rap image popularized by Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg at the time.

• "Alright" reached No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified gold in the United States.