OMMA Catalogue Number

OMMA-0103

Artist

2Pac

Title

Trapped / The Lunatic

Release Details

12-inch vinyl single issued by Interscope Records in 1991 as a U.S. promotional pressing (catalogue number PR 3998). Distributed exclusively to DJs and radio outlets as part of the promotional rollout surrounding 2Pac’s debut album cycle.

Edition & Variant Identification

First press promotional edition, issued as a DJ promo tied to the artist’s initial Interscope Records release campaign. This pressing represents the earliest vinyl circulation of “Trapped,” which preceded the album 2Pacalypse Now as the project’s lead promotional single.

Matrix & Pressing Data

Matrix and runout inscriptions are not present in the supplied metadata. The record is pressed on standard black vinyl, consistent with Interscope promotional pressings of the period.

Physical Description

12-inch vinyl record pressed on black vinyl with a picture sleeve. The current copy is new old stock, in an unopened sealed state. A small 1/4″ remainder notch is found in the lower left spine.

Factory-Origin Characteristics

No factory-origin anomalies are observed on the present copy. The pressing conforms to standard promotional manufacturing and packaging practices employed by Interscope Records in the early 1990s.

Condition Report

The sleeve is graded VG+ (Very Good Plus), in Mint condition save a small reminder notch. The vinyl surface is Mint, unopened condition.

Provenance

Acquired via Discogs from seller D.J.Shame. Purchased on 8 April 2026. The item was represented as an original U.S. promotional pressing consistent with known DJ promo copies of this title.

Photomatching & Verification

Photographic documentation of the present copy is retained in the OMMA visual archive.

Market Context & Historical Notes

Tupac Shakur’s first single, released as a promo to support his debut album 2Pacalypse Now. Pressed in limited quantities for DJs in 1991. Features politically charged tracks (“Trapped”) that introduced 2Pac’s voice. While not exceedingly rare (major-label promo), it’s an essential Tupac collectible. Moderate value and growth – tends to follow overall 90s hip-hop collectible trends, with spikes on anniversaries or biopic releases.

Canonical Status in OMMA

This release is recognized by the Origins of Modern Music Archive as preceding the artist’s debut album, 2Pacalypse Now, and is designated as the primary canonical debut.

Bibliography / References

Discogs. 2Pac – Trapped / The Lunatic (PR 3998, U.S. Promo).
https://www.discogs.com/release/1567249-2Pac-Trapped

Dyson, Michael Eric. Holler If You Hear Me: Searching for Tupac Shakur. Basic Civitas Books, 2001.