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All Over The Place

KSI · 2021

43 min · 15 tracks

A vibrant blend of rap, pop, and electronic elements that captures the energy and unpredictability of contemporary youth culture.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Don't Play — This track features an infectious hook and showcases KSI's ability to merge rap with pop sensibilities, making it one of the standout singles from the album.
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    Holiday — With its catchy melody and introspective lyrics, Holiday reveals KSI's reflective side while maintaining an upbeat vibe that resonates with listeners.
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    Gang Gang — This collaboration emphasizes camaraderie and celebration within the rap community, illustrating KSI's knack for creating tracks that foster togetherness.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 20% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic production and varied collaborations but lacks deep lyrical exploration.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with upbeat tracks, while the second half introduces slower tempos and more introspective themes.
  • Several tracks feature prominent guest artists, creating a dynamic interplay between KSI's verses and their contributions.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

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

  • steady energy for social settings
  • catchy rhythms for group enjoyment
  • short tracks for quick listens
  • vibrant melodies for upbeat moods
  • mix of playful and reflective

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, immersive experiences
  • seek deep lyrical introspection

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in July 2021, All Over The Place is KSI's second studio album, following his 2020 debut Dissimulation. At this point, he had solidified his status as a multi-talented artist, successfully crossing over from YouTube stardom to music, showcasing a more polished sound and broader appeal.
Stylistic neighbors
Dizzee Rascal· Stormzy· AJ Tracey

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • You

    The moment shifts from braggadocio to vulnerability as KSI navigates feelings of love and uncertainty in a relationship.

    This transition adds depth to the narrative, contrasting the confident persona he often portrays with genuine emotional struggles.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Moment 2:42
  • 2 Number 2 2:53
  • 3 Patience 3:01
  • 4 You 3:32
  • 5 Don't Play 3:08
  • 6 Really Love 2:57
  • 7 Gang Gang 2:43
  • 8 Madness 2:44
  • 9 Silly 2:58
  • 10 Rent Free 2:46
  • 11 Flash It 3:24
  • 12 No Time 3:00
  • 13 No Pressure 2:18
  • 14 Holiday 3:14
  • 15 Sleeping With the Enemy 2:26

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata