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Awfully Deep

Roots Manuva · 2005

51 min · 14 tracks · alternative hip-hop · trip hop · dub music

A fusion of introspective lyricism and eclectic beats, blending hip-hop with dub and trip-hop influences.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • introspective lyrical exploration
  • mid-tempo reflective moments
  • layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of 'Awfully Deep', Roots Manuva was establishing himself as a significant voice in UK hip-hop following his breakthrough album 'Run Come Save Me' in 2001. This third studio album showcased his artistic evolution, incorporating more complex themes and diverse musical influences while maintaining his distinctive style.
Stylistic neighbors
Tricky· DJ Shadow· Massive Attack

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mind 2 Motion 4:46
  • 2 Awfully Deep 4:02
  • 3 Cause 4 Pause 1:11
  • 4 Colossal Insight 3:45
  • 5 Too Cold 3:58
  • 6 A Haunting 3:57
  • 7 Rebel Heart 3:33
  • 8 Chin High 5:25
  • 9 Babylon Medicine 3:16
  • 10 Pause 4 Cause 1:28
  • 11 Move Ya Loin 3:12
  • 12 Thinking 4:48
  • 13 The Falling 3:52
  • 14 Toothbrush 4:14

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata