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1992 Deluxe

Princess Nokia · 2017

49 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of hip-hop infused with personal storytelling and cultural references, celebrating identity and empowerment.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Tomboy — This track captures the essence of self-acceptance and challenges traditional gender norms through confident lyrics and a catchy hook.
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    Brujas — Brujas stands out for its celebration of femininity and empowerment, merging mystical imagery with a powerful beat that underscores its message.
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    G.O.A.T. — In G.O.A.T., Princess Nokia asserts her place in the rap game with clever wordplay and a confident delivery that encapsulates her artistic persona.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album blends personal storytelling with vibrant production, showcasing distinctiveness in sound and themes.

What we noticed

  • Tracks like 'Tomboy' and 'Brujas' utilize layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that complements the lyrical themes.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

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

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • playful lyricism and confidence
  • vibrant energy for celebration
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • urban storytelling with personality

Maybe skip if you

  • slow, contemplative listening preferred
  • long, immersive musical pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2017, 1992 Deluxe is Princess Nokia's first full-length project after gaining traction with her mixtapes. It follows the well-received 2016 release, Metallic Butterfly, marking her transition from underground artist to a more prominent figure in hip-hop.
Stylistic neighbors
CupcakKe· Azealia Banks· Rico Nasty

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bart Simpson 3:34
  • 2 Tomboy 3:37
  • 3 Kitana 3:17
  • 4 Brujas 3:00
  • 5 Mine 3:26
  • 6 Excellent 2:44
  • 7 Saggy Denim 3:13
  • 8 Green Line 3:50
  • 9 ABCs of New York 3:20
  • 10 Goth Kid 3:54
  • 11 Receipts 3:24
  • 12 G.O.A.T. 2:44
  • 13 Brick City 2:39
  • 14 Flava 2:05
  • 15 Different 2:38
  • 16 Chinese Slippers 2:24

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