Category F5 cover

Category F5

Twista · 2009

76 min · 20 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop

Rapid-fire verses layered over dynamic beats create an electrifying showcase of Twista's lyrical prowess and Chicago's hip-hop spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with varied energy
  • lyrical intricacy in every track
  • high-energy for workout motivation
  • for urban commutes
  • dynamic beats for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, reflective music
  • dislike rapid-fire lyrics

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 14, 2009, 'Category F5' was Twista's sixth studio album, following the commercial success of 'Kamikaze' in 2004. At this point in his career, Twista was solidifying his legacy as a pioneer in the Midwest hip-hop scene while continuing to explore new sounds and collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors
Tech N9ne· Busta Rhymes· Bone Thugs-n-Harmony

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Misunderstood 5:02
  • 2 American Gangsta 3:29
  • 3 Fire 4:27
  • 4 Talk to Me 3:21
  • 5 Yellow Light 3:54
  • 6 Walking on Ice 4:40
  • 7 Wetter 4:11
  • 8 Billionaire 4:11
  • 9 Yo Body 3:47
  • 10 Hustla 3:43
  • 11 Gotta Get Me One 4:24
  • 12 On Top 3:26
  • 13 Jump Off 3:10
  • 14 Wanna See 'em Buss 3:20
  • 15 Birthday 3:37
  • 16 Can't Live Without You 3:40
  • 17 Block Music 3:32
  • 18 Clappin 4:11
  • 19 I Got People 3:40
  • 20 Life Ain't Shit Without Me 3:06

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata