What makes Brick Body Kids Still Daydream by Open Mike Eagle notable?

Brick Body Kids Still Daydream was lauded for its intricate storytelling and unique perspective, earning a spot on several year-end lists including NPR's 'Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2017'. The album's critical acclaim helped solidify Open Mike Eagle's reputation as an innovative artist within the underground hip-hop scene. By the time Open Mike Eagle released Brick Body Kids Still Daydream in 2017, he had established himself as a prominent voice in alternative hip-hop. This album followed his well-received records, notably the 2014 release Dark Comedy, and marked a deepening of his thematic focus on personal and communal struggles.

Who is Brick Body Kids Still Daydream for?

Brick Body Kids Still Daydream works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective journey, personal storytelling with social insight and engaging narratives for thoughtful listeners.

How many songs are on Brick Body Kids Still Daydream?

Brick Body Kids Still Daydream has 12 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Brick Body Kids Still Daydream

Open Mike Eagle · 2017

39 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop

A poignant exploration of urban life intertwines with introspective lyricism over diverse, innovative beats.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Legendary Iron Hood — This opening track sets the tone with its vivid imagery and storytelling that reflects Open Mike’s upbringing and the challenges he faced.
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(How Could Anybody) Feel at Home — Here, the artist delves into themes of displacement and belonging, using a catchy hook to juxtapose deeper emotional content with an inviting sound.
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My Auntie’s Building — This track encapsulates the album's overarching narrative about community and memory, showcasing Open Mike's ability to evoke nostalgia through personal anecdotes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

66 /100

Alpine

Higher than 89% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate storytelling and innovative production create a unique listening experience within alternative hip-hop.

What we noticed

Several tracks incorporate unconventional beats and samples, creating a varied sonic landscape that shifts from track to track.
The lyrics frequently reference specific locations and experiences, grounding the themes in a tangible reality while exploring broader societal issues.

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

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 reflective journey
personal storytelling with social insight
engaging narratives for thoughtful listeners
for introspective afternoons

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy party tracks
prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time Open Mike Eagle released Brick Body Kids Still Daydream in 2017, he had established himself as a prominent voice in alternative hip-hop. This album followed his well-received records, notably the 2014 release Dark Comedy, and marked a deepening of his thematic focus on personal and communal struggles.
Stylistic neighbors: Aesop Rock· Busdriver· Milo