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Blaues Blut

Fler · 2013

132 min · 38 tracks · hip-hop

A gritty exploration of power and ambition, layered over hard-hitting beats and aggressive flows.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Pheromone Start here — This track exemplifies Fler's signature blend of catchy hooks and raw lyricism, encapsulating themes of attraction and bravado that resonate throughout the album.
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    Neureicher Wichser — Here, Fler critiques materialism and social status with biting commentary, set against a backdrop of relentless beats that drive home his message.
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    Echte Männer — This track stands out for its introspective look at masculinity and authenticity, featuring a reflective tone amidst the typical bravado of gangsta rap.
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    Barack Osama — Fler cleverly intertwines political commentary with personal narrative, making this track both provocative and memorable in its delivery.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

Fler's 'Blaues Blut' showcases strong production and thematic consistency but is somewhat conventional in its approach.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of aggressive flows and hard-hitting beats across its tracks, establishing a gritty atmosphere.
  • Several tracks include skits that break up the flow of the album, creating pauses in the narrative.
  • The lyrical content frequently addresses themes of power and ambition, with a direct and confrontational style.
  • The inclusion of instrumental versions for many tracks suggests an emphasis on the production quality and beat structure.
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
7/10

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

  • gritty exploration of ambition
  • dynamic flow with interludes
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • sharp lyricism with hard-hitting beats

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone singles only

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — The album solidified Fler's influence in the German rap scene and achieved notable commercial success.
Themes
Berlin street life· materialism critique· masculinity struggles· political commentary
Career context
By the time 'Blaues Blut' was released in 2013, Fler had established himself as a prominent figure in German hip-hop, particularly known for his gangsta rap style. This album marks a significant point following his earlier work with Aggro Berlin, showcasing his evolution as an independent artist after parting ways with the label.
Stylistic neighbors
Bushido· Kool Savas· Sido

Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Intro 2:13
  • 2 Pheromone Start here 3:01
  • 3 Biggest Boss 3:00
  • 4 Neureicher Wichser 4:01
  • 5 Produkt der Umgebung 3:27
  • 6 Skit 0:38
  • 7 Meine Farbe 3:29
  • 8 Chrome 3:57
  • 9 Blaues Blut 3:19
  • 10 Grizzly 4:27
  • 11 Barack Osama 4:26
  • 12 Skit 0:39
  • 13 Skrupellos 3:26
  • 14 Echte Männer 4:38
  • 15 City Boy 3:19
  • 16 Mut zur Hässlichkeit (JBG) 3:53
  • 17 Blue Magic 3:31
  • 18 Die Liga der Kriminellen 4:24
  • 19 Maschine 4:11
  • 20 German Dream 2:55

Disc 2

  • 1 Intro (Instrumental) 2:14
  • 2 Pheromone (Instrumental) 3:02
  • 3 Biggest Boss (Instrumental) 3:01
  • 4 Neureicher Wichser (Instrumental) 4:03
  • 5 Produkt der Umgebung (Instrumental) 3:28
  • 6 Meine Farbe (Instrumental) 3:30
  • 7 Chrome (Instrumental) 3:58
  • 8 Blaues Blut (Instrumental) 3:18
  • 9 Grizzly (Instrumental) 4:26
  • 10 Barack Osama (Instrumental) 4:28
  • 11 Skrupellos (Instrumental) 3:27
  • 12 Echte Männer (Instrumental) 4:38
  • 13 City Boy (Instrumental) 3:19
  • 14 Mut zur Hässlichkeit (Instrumental) 3:53
  • 15 Blue Magic (Instrumental) 3:33
  • 16 Die Liga der Kriminellen (Instrumental) 4:25
  • 17 Maschine (Instrumental) 4:13
  • 18 German Dream (Instrumental) 2:55

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