Black Friday
Lil' Kim · 2011
79 min · 20 tracks · contemporary R&B
A brash and unapologetic declaration of power layered over hard-hitting beats and fierce lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pissin' on 'em Start here — This track stands out as an anthem of defiance, where Lil' Kim asserts her dominance with sharp wordplay and commanding delivery.
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Killin' 'em — Here, Kim showcases her lyrical prowess and confidence, crafting a vivid narrative that emphasizes her unyielding attitude toward competition.
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Black Friday — The title track encapsulates the mixtape's themes of rivalry and resilience, featuring Kim's passionate delivery and bold proclamations about her legacy.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong lyrical content and production but lacks overall cohesion and depth for repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features aggressive beats and assertive lyrics, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes.
- Several tracks incorporate samples from classic hip-hop songs, creating a connection to the genre's history.
- The album includes interludes that break up the flow, providing context and commentary on her rivalries.
- Most tracks maintain a consistent tempo, but there are notable shifts in energy, particularly in the transition between 'Killin' 'em' and '6 Foot Tall'.
- 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
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
- fierce empowerment for self-expression
- dynamic flow with energetic peaks
- short bursts of bold statements
- late-night confidence boosting anthems
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, laid-back sounds
- seek lengthy, meditative tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Revitalized Lil' Kim's presence in hip-hop after a long hiatus and legal battles.
- Career context
- In 2011, Lil' Kim released 'Black Friday' as her first project after a turbulent period that included legal battles and a long hiatus since her last studio album, 'The Naked Truth' in 2005. This mixtape marked her return to the hip-hop scene, showcasing her resilience and determination to reclaim her place in the industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nicki Minaj· Missy Elliott· Trina
Tracklist
- 1 Intro 2:07
- 2 Pissin' on 'em Start here 3:06
- 3 Champagne Poppin' 4:23
- 4 Hustle Hard 1:54
- 5 M.O.E. 3:00
- 6 Killin' 'em 3:21
- 7 6 Foot Tall 3:55
- 8 Clap, Clap 3:46
- 9 Kimmy Girl 2:12
- 10 Gimme Brain 2:58
- 11 Cheatin' 4:31
- 12 Exclusive Radio Interview 16:15
- 13 Grindin' Makin' Money 3:37
- 14 Racks 2:53
- 15 Pussy Callin' 3:12
- 16 Black Friday 5:01
- 17 Faded 3:37
- 18 IRS Freestyle 4:18
- 19 Lights Camera Action 2:08
- 20 Buy U Music 2:46
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