Top tracks — play these first
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Bare Witness — This opening track sets the tone for the album, showcasing Skyzoo's intricate wordplay and ability to weave vivid imagery into his verses.
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A Day in the Life — In this track, Skyzoo delivers a compelling narrative that reflects on everyday struggles, making it relatable while highlighting his lyrical dexterity.
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The Bodega — This track captures the essence of urban life with its rich storytelling and dynamic flow, representing a quintessential element of Skyzoo's artistic vision.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong lyrical storytelling with cohesive production, marking a solid debut in hip-hop.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of smooth, jazzy instrumentals that create a laid-back atmosphere throughout its duration.
- Skyzoo employs intricate rhyme schemes and storytelling techniques across multiple tracks, enhancing the lyrical depth.
- Several tracks incorporate recurring motifs or themes, such as introspection and personal growth, which unify the album's narrative.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- introspective reflections on daily life
- smooth transitions between tracks
- short bursts of lyrical insight
- for relaxed evening listening
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer longer, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Cloud 9: The 3 Day High is Skyzoo's debut album, released in early 2006. At this point in his career, he was emerging from the underground scene, gaining recognition for his lyrical prowess and storytelling ability. This release marked his transition from local talent to a recognized name in hip-hop circles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joey Bada$$· Freddie Gibbs· Curren$y
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bare Witness 2:59
- 2 Way to Go 2:59
- 3 A Day in the Life 3:47
- 4 Stop Fooling Yourself 4:03
- 5 Come Back 3:32
- 6 I'm on It 3:28
- 7 The Bodega 4:11
- 8 You & Me 4:16
- 9 Live & Direct 3:08
- 10 The Spirit 2:56
- 11 Extreme Measures 3:43
- 12 Mirror Mirror 4:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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