Beware the Book of Eli
Ski Mask the Slump God · 2018
21 min · 10 tracks · hip-hop
A frenetic blend of playful lyricism and eclectic beats that captures the essence of modern SoundCloud rap.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lost Souls Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Coolest Monkey in the Jungle — This track stands out for its catchy hook and sharp commentary on societal issues, encapsulating Ski Mask's ability to blend humor with serious themes.
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Geekin — With its infectious beat and playful lyrics, 'Geekin' showcases Ski Mask's signature rapid-fire delivery and knack for memorable punchlines.
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Child’s Play — 'Child’s Play' cleverly juxtaposes childhood nostalgia with darker narratives, demonstrating Ski Mask’s range as an artist while maintaining his comedic edge.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases varied tempos and styles but lacks strong cohesion across its tracks.
What we noticed
- The album features rapid shifts in tempo and style, with tracks like 'Coolest Monkey in the Jungle' employing a playful beat while others like 'Suicide Season' adopt a darker tone.
- Ski Mask's delivery often includes quick-fire verses interspersed with humorous ad-libs, creating a dynamic vocal performance that varies significantly from track to track.
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional samples and sound effects, such as cartoonish noises and snippets of dialogue, adding to the eclectic nature of the production.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
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
- quick bursts of playful energy
- late-night party ignition vibes
- short tracks for instant gratification
- frenetic pacing for active listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, cohesive albums
- seek deep emotional introspection
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked Ski Mask's debut studio release after a breakout year.
- Themes
- societal satire· childhood nostalgia· trap music chaos
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2018, 'Beware the Book of Eli' marked Ski Mask the Slump God's debut studio album following a series of successful mixtapes. This project arrived after his breakout year in 2017, where he gained significant attention due to collaborations and viral hits.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lil Pump· Denzel Curry· Juice WRLD
Tracklist
- 1 Lost Souls Start here 2:46
- 2 Run 1:47
- 3 Throwaway 1:48
- 4 Coolest Monkey in the Jungle 2:32
- 5 Suicide Season 2:12
- 6 DoIHaveTheSause? 2:58
- 7 Geekin 2:25
- 8 Child’s Play 1:37
- 9 Dapper Dan 1:35
- 10 Bukkake 2:01
What to play next
Stokeley
2018
Continues the playful lyricism and eclectic beats found in 'Beware the Book of Eli'.
You Will Regret
2017
Sets up a similar vibe with energetic flows and inventive production.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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