What makes 140 Grime St by Kano notable?

This album reached number 10 on the UK Albums Chart, marking a significant commercial success for Kano. Its blend of storytelling and social commentary resonated widely, influencing not only contemporaries but also future artists within the grime and UK rap scenes. By 2008, Kano was already a prominent figure in the UK grime scene, following his critically acclaimed debut album 'Home Sweet Home' (2005). '140 Grime St' served as his third studio album, showcasing his evolution as an artist and solidifying his place within the genre's landscape during a period of growing mainstream attention.

Who is 140 Grime St for?

140 Grime St works well if you're into gritty urban storytelling immersion, wave-like pacing with resolution and short tracks for quick engagement.

How many songs are on 140 Grime St?

140 Grime St has 16 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

140 Grime St

Kano · 2008

52 min · 16 tracks · rhythm and blues

A raw fusion of gritty beats and sharp lyricism, echoing the pulse of urban life in London.

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Top tracks — play these first

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140 Grime St — The title track encapsulates the essence of grime culture, highlighting Kano's lyrical prowess while establishing a vivid sense of place and identity.
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Hustler — This track stands out for its introspective look at ambition and survival, illustrating Kano's ability to mix personal narrative with broader socio-economic themes.
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Missing Me — With its poignant exploration of loss and longing, this track showcases Kano's emotional depth and vulnerability, contrasting sharply with the album's more aggressive cuts.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong lyricism and production while maintaining a cohesive flow throughout its runtime.

What we noticed

The album opens with a title track that sets a gritty tone, followed by a sequence of tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace.
Several tracks feature layered vocal deliveries, where Kano alternates between rapid-fire verses and more melodic hooks.
The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier intensity.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

gritty urban storytelling immersion
wave-like pacing with resolution
short tracks for quick engagement
dynamic journey through life experiences
raw emotional honesty in lyrics

Maybe skip if you

prefer polished production styles
seek consistent upbeat tempos

Where this album fits

Career context: By 2008, Kano was already a prominent figure in the UK grime scene, following his critically acclaimed debut album 'Home Sweet Home' (2005). '140 Grime St' served as his third studio album, showcasing his evolution as an artist and solidifying his place within the genre's landscape during a period of growing mainstream attention.
Stylistic neighbors: Giggs· Skepta· Stormzy