140 Grime St
Kano · 2008
52 min · 16 tracks · R&B · grime · UK rap
A raw exploration of urban life, blending gritty beats with sharp lyrical storytelling.
Why this album works
'140 Grime St' received critical acclaim for its authentic representation of grime culture and resonated within the UK music scene. The album further solidified Kano's standing as a leading voice in grime, earning recognition that contributed to the genre's mainstream acceptance in subsequent years.
- Best for
- gritty urban storytelling immersion wave-like pacing with resolution short tracks for quick engagement
- Context
- By 2008, Kano was already established in the UK grime scene with his debut album 'Home Sweet Home' and the follow-up 'London Town'. '140 Grime St' marked a return to his roots, where he embraced the genre's foundational sounds after experimenting with broader influences. This album showcased Kano's growth as an MC and marked a significant moment in his artistic trajectory.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wiley· Dizzee Rascal· Ms. Dynamite
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 140 Grime St Standout 2:14
- 2 Hustler Standout 4:50
- 3 Paper Standout 5:13
- 4 Hunting We Will Go 4:31
- 5 These MC's 3:32
- 6 We Gangsta 4:10
- 7 Anywhere We Go 2:59
- 8 Missing Me 2:11
- 9 Seems Like Things Have Changed 1:54
- 10 Don't Come Around Here 4:41
- 11 I Stand by It 0:46
- 12 Soldier 3:46
- 13 I Like It 2:45
- 14 Off Licence 3:14
- 15 Too Advanced 1:50
- 16 Aim for the Sky 3:44
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