Is Beast Mode 2 a good place to start with Future?

Yes, Beast Mode 2 is recommended as a starting point for new Future listeners. A relentless barrage of trap beats and hypnotic melodies that showcase Future's signature flow and introspective lyricism. Released on January 1, 2018, Beast Mode 2 is a sequel to Future's 2015 mixtape Beast Mode and continues his prolific output following the success of HNDRXX. At this point in his career, Future was solidifying his influence in the hip-hop landscape, having already achieved multiple chart-topping hits and accolades.

Who is Beast Mode 2 for?

Beast Mode 2 works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove throughout, introspective moments for reflection and short bursts of melodic hooks.

How many songs are on Beast Mode 2?

Beast Mode 2 has 9 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.

Beast Mode 2

Future · 2018

31 min · 9 tracks · contemporary R&B

A relentless barrage of trap beats and hypnotic melodies that showcase Future's signature flow and introspective lyricism.

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Top tracks — play these first

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WIFI LIT Start here — Opening with infectious energy, this track sets the tone for the mixtape, blending catchy hooks with confident braggadocio that underscores Future's dominance in the genre.
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CUDDLE MY WRIST — This track showcases Future's ability to merge vulnerability with bravado, contemplating relationships while maintaining his trademark self-assuredness over a minimalist beat.
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HATE THE REAL ME — Here, Future delves into personal struggles and identity, providing a poignant reflection amidst an otherwise high-energy project, revealing depth beneath the surface.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong production and lyrical introspection, maintaining a cohesive sound throughout.

What we noticed

Each track features layered production with heavy bass and melodic hooks that create a hypnotic atmosphere.
Future's vocal delivery shifts between rapid-fire verses and more laid-back flows, allowing for dynamic contrasts within individual songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 mid-tempo groove throughout
introspective moments for reflection
short bursts of melodic hooks
for upbeat social settings

Maybe skip if you

prefer longer, sprawling albums
seek immediate emotional payoff

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its cohesive production and introspective lyrics.
Themes: Atlanta trap scene· personal struggle reflections· authenticity in fame
Career context: Released on January 1, 2018, Beast Mode 2 is a sequel to Future's 2015 mixtape Beast Mode and continues his prolific output following the success of HNDRXX. At this point in his career, Future was solidifying his influence in the hip-hop landscape, having already achieved multiple chart-topping hits and accolades.
Stylistic neighbors: Young Thug· Travis Scott· Lil Uzi Vert