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Released 7 years ago this October

AI YoungBoy 2

YoungBoy Never Broke Again · 2019

55 min · 18 tracks · hip-hop

Raw emotions collide with unapologetic bravado, showcasing the struggles and triumphs of a young artist navigating fame.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Carter Son Start here — This track opens the album with a poignant reflection on YoungBoy's family dynamics and personal history, setting a vulnerable tone that carries throughout the project.
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    Make No Sense — With its catchy hook and introspective lyrics, this track captures YoungBoy's signature blend of confidence and vulnerability, highlighting his struggle for understanding in relationships.
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    Lonely Child — In this emotionally charged track, YoungBoy delves into feelings of isolation and the consequences of fame, showcasing his ability to articulate complex emotions.
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    Rich as Hell — This song exemplifies YoungBoy's transition to financial success while grappling with the pressures that accompany it, making it relatable to many listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album balances raw emotion with bravado, showcasing YoungBoy's growth while maintaining a cohesive sound.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks incorporate minimalist production, emphasizing the vocal delivery and lyrical content over complex instrumentals.
  • The sequencing alternates between aggressive anthems and introspective ballads, creating a push-and-pull effect that maintains listener engagement.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective emotional reflections
  • short, impactful listening sessions
  • dynamic storytelling journeys
  • raw, honest lyrical exploration

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified YoungBoy's position after his debut, marking wider recognition.
Career context
AI YoungBoy 2 is YoungBoy Never Broke Again's second studio album, released shortly after his breakout success with his debut album, Until Death Call My Name. The release solidified his position in the hip-hop landscape as a voice of resilience, particularly following legal troubles that had kept him from performing live.
Stylistic neighbors
Lil Durk· Quando Rondo· NLE Choppa

Tracklist

  • 1 Carter Son Start here 2:43
  • 2 Time I’m On 3:12
  • 3 Hot Now 2:08
  • 4 Seeming Like It 3:04
  • 5 Self Control 3:05
  • 6 Make No Sense 2:28
  • 7 Rich as Hell 3:35
  • 8 Slime Mentality 3:01
  • 9 Head Blown 3:01
  • 10 Ranada 2:56
  • 11 Lonely Child 3:37
  • 12 Gang Shit 2:40
  • 13 Rebel’s Kick It 3:13
  • 14 Outta Here Safe 3:53
  • 15 In Control 3:01
  • 16 I Don’t Know 3:05
  • 17 Where the Love At 3:16
  • 18 Free Time 2:55

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