8 Million Stories
Soul Position · 2003
72 min · 17 tracks · alternative hip-hop
An introspective blend of sharp lyricism and soulful beats that captures urban life through vivid storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Printmatic — This track stands out for its intricate wordplay and detailed imagery, showcasing Blueprint's lyrical dexterity while addressing themes of authenticity in the hip-hop industry.
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The Jerry Springer Episode — A satirical take on sensationalism in media, this track uses humor and sharp observations to critique societal norms, illustrating the duo's knack for blending wit with serious commentary.
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No Excuse for Lovin' — With its soulful production and emotional depth, this track highlights the complexities of relationships, demonstrating the duo's ability to weave personal narratives into broader themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends sharp lyricism with soulful beats, creating a distinct narrative style within alternative hip-hop.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent narrative structure, with tracks often connecting thematically to urban life and personal experiences.
- The lyrics are delivered in a conversational style, with Blueprint frequently employing internal rhymes and vivid imagery.
- The running time is extended by multiple interludes and skits that provide context to the main tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 2:00
- 2 Printmatic 3:46
- 3 Inhale 3:23
- 4 The Jerry Springer Episode 5:20
- 5 Candyland, Part 1 1:21
- 6 Just Think 5:22
- 7 Fuckajob 3:58
- 8 Look of Pain 4:16
- 9 Survival 4:13
- 10 Candyland, Part 2 1:37
- 11 Share This 5:37
- 12 Run 3:58
- 13 Right Place, Wrong Time 4:09
- 14 Candyland, Part 3 1:01
- 15 No Excuse for Lovin' 5:05
- 16 1 Love 12:43
- 17 Inhale (remix) 4:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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