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5.0

Nelly · 2010

46 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B · country · pop rap

An eclectic mix of hip-hop and R&B driven by smooth melodies and catchy hooks that showcase Nelly's signature style.

Why this album works

Upon its release, '5.0' debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200, reflecting Nelly's continued relevance in the music industry despite a shifting landscape. The lead single 'Just a Dream' achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and further solidifying his crossover appeal.
Best for
steady mid-tempo groove smooth melodies for relaxation catchy hooks for sing-alongs
Context
By 2010, Nelly was transitioning from his early 2000s pop-rap dominance into a more mature sound with '5.0', his fifth studio album. This release followed his commercially successful 'Brass Knuckles' (2008) and marked an attempt to reclaim chart positioning as mainstream hip-hop evolved.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I'm Number 1 3:32
  • 2 Long Gone 3:40
  • 3 She's So Fly Standout 3:21
  • 4 Just a Dream Standout 3:57
  • 5 Making Movies 3:34
  • 6 Move That Body Standout 3:25
  • 7 1000 Stacks 4:10
  • 8 Gone 4:27
  • 9 Don't It Feel Good 4:10
  • 10 Broke 3:35
  • 11 Liv Tonight 4:31
  • 12 Nothing Without Her 3:39

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata