Certified
Lil' Flip · 2009
47 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and laid-back Southern beats with a confident lyrical swagger.
Why this album works
The album features themes common to Southern hip-hop, focusing on lifestyle and party anthems, which resonated with fans of the genre. It also solidified Lil' Flip's presence in the hip-hop scene during a time when mainstream interest in Southern rap was rising, contributing to his influence as a regional representative.
- Best for
- laid-back vibes for cruising steady flow with rhythmic peaks catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- Context
- By the time 'Certified' was released in 2009, Lil' Flip had already established himself as a prominent figure in Southern hip-hop following his breakthrough album 'Underground Legend' in 2004. This album comes after several years of fluctuating commercial success and showcases his continued commitment to the genre as he navigated changes within the music industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mariah Carey· Jennifer Lopez· Beyoncé· Linkin Park· Mary J. Blige· LL Cool J· Missy Elliott· Black Eyed Peas
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 #1 Fly Boy Standout 1:10
- 2 Bosses Make It Rain Standout 5:11
- 3 Roll It 0:13
- 4 Smoke and Ride 4:36
- 5 She So Fly 3:24
- 6 I Love Cali Standout 3:39
- 7 Down South Legends 4:30
- 8 Me and U Baby 3:41
- 9 Ether 0:09
- 10 I Keep It Street All Day 4:46
- 11 Certified 4:08
- 12 If U Trappin 5:49
- 13 G Tales 3:49
- 14 The Best 2:49
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