Blue Chips 2
Action Bronson · 2013
53 min · 19 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant collage of witty wordplay and eclectic beats, capturing the essence of contemporary East Coast hip-hop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Jackson Travolta — This track exemplifies Bronson's charisma and storytelling ability, blending vivid imagery with clever punchlines that showcase his unique perspective.
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It's Me — With its catchy hook and playful lyrics, this track captures Bronson's signature style while exploring themes of self-identity and confidence.
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Amadu Diablo — This song stands out for its introspective lyricism and experimental production, illustrating Bronson's willingness to push boundaries within his art.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong lyricism and inventive production but lacks a cohesive flow across its extensive tracklist.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate skits or interludes that provide context or humor, breaking up the flow of the album.
- The production varies significantly between tracks, with some featuring heavy bass lines while others lean towards more melodic instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- witty wordplay with eclectic samples
- dynamic flow with peaks
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- for casual listening
- pacing that encourages replay
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, cohesive narratives
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Action Bronson released Blue Chips 2 in November 2013, he was transitioning from a cult favorite to a mainstream artist. This album followed his well-received debut project, Blue Chips, and showcased his unique blend of culinary references and braggadocio, solidifying his place in the hip-hop landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Freddie Gibbs· Boldy James· Curren$y
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Action Silverado 2:00
- 2 Intro 1:02
- 3 Pepe Lopez 1:43
- 4 The Don's Cheek 2:56
- 5 It Concerns Me 3:43
- 6 Practice 2:43
- 7 Jackson Travolta 4:04
- 8 Through the Eyes of a G 2:59
- 9 Contemporary Man 4:08
- 10 Twin Peugots 3:18
- 11 Man the Mirror 1:17
- 12 Midget Cough 2:28
- 13 It's Me 2:20
- 14 Flip Ya 2:18
- 15 9.24.13 5:11
- 16 Rolling Thunder 3:34
- 17 Amadu Diablo 1:43
- 18 In the City 3:36
- 19 I Adore You 1:59
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