Against All Authorities
Onyx · 2015
22 min · 6 tracks · gangsta rap
Aggressive beats and confrontational lyrics collide in a raw expression of resistance against authority and societal issues.
Top tracks — play these first
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Strike Bac — The opening track sets the tone with aggressive energy and defiant lyrics that encapsulate the album's overarching theme of resistance.
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Against All Authorities — This title track serves as a rallying cry against systemic oppression, showcasing Onyx's signature gritty delivery and hard-hitting production.
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Fuck Da Law — A potent anthem that directly confronts law enforcement, it exemplifies the album's rebellious spirit and aligns with contemporary social movements.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively channels aggression through its beats and lyrics, though it may not resonate widely beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets an aggressive tone, maintaining a fast tempo throughout the first half.
- Each song features a heavy use of bass and sharp percussion, creating a confrontational atmosphere that aligns with the lyrical themes.
- The final track ends abruptly without resolution, leaving a lingering sense of unrest that complements the album's message.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- aggressive beats for high energy
- short bursts of intensity
- defiant anthems for rebellion
- immediate impact over long form
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, narrative albums
- seek subtle, mellow sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2015, Onyx was revisiting their roots after a series of lineup changes and varied commercial success. 'Against All Authorities' marked their return to the hardcore hip-hop style that originally defined them, serving as a follow-up to their previous album, 'Wakedafucup'. This release aimed to reconnect with long-time fans while addressing contemporary themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- M.O.P.· Wu-Tang Clan· Cypress Hill
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Strike Bac 3:47
- 2 Against All Authorities 2:48
- 3 Look Like a Criminal 4:02
- 4 Black Fatigue 3:34
- 5 Da Liquor Store 4:27
- 6 Fuck Da Law 3:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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