'Original Pirate Material' is the debut album by English rapper and producer Mike Skinner, under the name The Streets.
 
The album is a unique take on UK garage and has lyrics dealing with everyday circumstances and occurrences. The album originally rose to #12 on the UK Albums Chart in 2002, and then peaked at #10 in 2004 after the release of the second Streets album 'A Grand Don't Come for Free.'
 
The album received critical acclaim; in March 2003, NME placed Original Pirate Material at number 46 on their list of the 100 Best Albums of All Time.
 
Tracklisting -
	
Turn The Page
	
Has It Come To This?
	
Let's Push Things Forward
	
Sharp Darts
	
Same Old Thing
	
Geezers Need Excitement
	
It's Too Late
	
Too Much Brandy
	
Don't Mug Yourself
	
Who Got The Funk?
	
The Irony Of It All
	
Weak Become Heroes
	
Who Dares Wins
	
Stay Positive