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American hip hop duo from Oakland, California, best known for their 1995 hit single "I Got 5 on It".Formed in the early 1990s in Oakland, Luniz (pronounced 'lunatics') consisted of rappers Yukmouth and Numskull. They gained major fame with their debut album 'Operation Stackola' (1995) featuring the iconic track "I Got 5 on It". The duo released subsequent albums like 'Lunitik Muzik' (1997) and 'Silver & Black' (2002), though they never replicated the massive success of their debut. Both members pursued significant solo careers and collaborations, particularly Yukmouth. Luniz remained active in the Bay Area rap scene, reuniting for performances and projects like 'High Times' (2015).

• The song "I Got 5 on It" refers to splitting the cost ($5) of a bag of marijuana. Its massive popularity sparked controversy and radio bans due to its overt drug references, despite its catchy beat and hook.
• The duo faced challenges capitalizing on their initial success. Internal disagreements, label issues (C-Note Records folding), and the changing hip-hop landscape contributed to their later albums not achieving the same mainstream breakthrough.
• Yukmouth became a highly prolific figure in West Coast underground rap, forming groups like The Regime and releasing numerous solo albums. Numskull also released solo work but remained less prominent.
• Luniz experienced periods of hiatus but reunited multiple times for tours and new music, maintaining a loyal fanbase, especially on the West Coast. They appeared together in the 2019 horror film 'Us', which prominently featured "I Got 5 on It" in its soundtrack.
• Both members are still active in music as of 2024. Yukmouth is known for his entrepreneurial ventures in cannabis, aligning with the theme of their biggest hit.