Stüssy “Goose Bumps” sweatshirt

This rare vintage Stüssy “Goose Bumps” sweatshirt is a coveted piece of streetwear history that perfectly captures the brand’s deep roots in early hip-hop and 1980s postmodern art. The phrase “I Get Goose Bumps When The Bass Line Thumps” is actually a direct lyrical reference to the 1988 track “Strictly Business” by the legendary American hip-hop duo EPMD. By placing these rap lyrics on clothing, founder Shawn Stüssy helped pioneer the fusion of high-fashion aesthetics with “low-brow” subcultures like graffiti and skate, effectively introducing them into the mainstream public consciousness. First appearing around 1989, this specific design features a stylized photo print of a child—often associated with the “International Stüssy Tribe” era—and was produced in various colorways, including the black version seen here and a highly sought-after cream-colored issue. Today, the sweatshirt is considered a “grail” for collectors because it represents the era when Stüssy transitioned from a niche surfboard brand into a global streetwear phenomenon.
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Size 69x54cm
Condition 9/10 (Stains)