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1176

Illmind · 2021

43 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant tapestry of hip-hop beats and introspective lyricism, blending personal narratives with sharp social commentary.

Top tracks — play these first

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    How Many — This track opens the album with a punchy beat and lays the groundwork for Illmind's introspective storytelling and clever wordplay.
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    Catching Bodies — Here, Illmind skillfully navigates themes of struggle and ambition, showcasing his lyrical dexterity against a backdrop of dynamic production.
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    Uncle Ricky — This closing track stands out for its emotional depth and reflection on family dynamics, encapsulating the personal journey throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

Illmind's debut showcases strong production and thoughtful lyrics, blending personal and social narratives effectively.

What we noticed

  • Tracks like 'Catching Bodies' and 'Muhammad' utilize contrasting tempos, shifting from rapid-fire verses to slower, reflective choruses.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Muhammad

    The song shifts perspectives mid-verse to address societal issues directly, moving from personal anecdotes to broader cultural commentary.

    This structural choice deepens the impact of the lyrics by juxtaposing individual experience with collective reality, inviting listeners to reflect on both.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 How Many 3:25
  • 2 She Wanna 2:32
  • 3 10finity 1:58
  • 4 Big Shot 3:07
  • 5 Catching Bodies 2:48
  • 6 Chandler 2:33
  • 7 Muhammad 2:21
  • 8 Touch Dough 2:48
  • 9 Downgrade 3:43
  • 10 Uncle Ricky 2:22
  • 11 Gargoyles 3:03
  • 12 PlayStation 2:38
  • 13 Chicken Adobo 3:02
  • 14 Stoop Kid 7:30

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