A Grand Don't Come for Free
The Streets · 2004
50 min · 11 tracks · hip-hop · grime
A vivid tapestry of British urban life unfolds through sharp lyrics and eclectic beats.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady narrative flow
- reflective urban storytelling
- immersive listening experience
- thought-provoking lyrical content
- longer tracks for deep focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 10, 2004, 'A Grand Don't Come for Free' is The Streets' second album, following their breakthrough debut 'Original Pirate Material.' At this point in his career, Mike Skinner was solidifying his reputation as a unique voice in the UK hip-hop scene, blending personal storytelling with social commentary.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dizzee Rascal· Mike Skinner· Lethal Bizzle
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It Was Supposed to Be So Easy 3:55
- 2 Could Well Be In 4:23
- 3 Not Addicted 3:40
- 4 Blinded by the Lights 4:44
- 5 Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way 4:36
- 6 Get Out of My House 3:52
- 7 Fit but You Know It 4:14
- 8 Such a Twat 3:47
- 9 What Is He Thinking? 4:40
- 10 Dry Your Eyes 4:31
- 11 Empty Cans 8:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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