Top tracks — play these first
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Beautiful — This track captures the essence of love and longing through vivid imagery, making it a standout example of Masta Ace's lyrical prowess.
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Da Grind — In this track, Masta Ace discusses the hustle of life with raw authenticity, reflecting the struggles faced by many in urban environments.
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Bklyn Masala — This song blends cultural references and personal anecdotes, showcasing Ace's ability to weave storytelling into his music while paying homage to his Brooklyn roots.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic storytelling with urban themes
- wave-like pacing for reflective listening
- vivid imagery in lyrical content
- for summer daydreaming
- engaging narratives for casual moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward single tracks
- seek constant high-energy beats
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Masta Ace released A Long Hot Summer in 2004, he was already an established voice in hip-hop, known for his intricate narratives. This album followed his acclaimed 2001 release, Disposable Arts, which marked a creative resurgence after years of relative obscurity. A Long Hot Summer further solidified his reputation as a thoughtful lyricist and storyteller within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Black Moon· Buckshot· J-Live
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Count 2:11
- 2 Big City 3:01
- 3 Good Ol Love 3:46
- 4 Fats Belvedere 0:38
- 5 Da Grind 3:27
- 6 H.O.O.D. 3:45
- 7 The Stoop 0:53
- 8 Beautiful 4:24
- 9 F.A.Y. 3:34
- 10 Fats Crib 0:35
- 11 Soda & Soap 4:12
- 12 Do It Man 2:56
- 13 Bklyn Masala 4:18
- 14 The Proposition 1:38
- 15 Travelocity 3:51
- 16 The Ways 3:28
- 17 Wutuwankno 4:11
- 18 The After Party 1:08
- 19 Oh My God 3:50
- 20 Cellmate 1:16
- 21 Revelations 3:50
- 22 Outro 2:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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