What makes DC4 by Meek Mill notable?

DC4 received significant attention upon release, debuting at number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and solidifying Meek Mill’s status in contemporary hip-hop. The mixtape is noted for its introspective lyrics and has influenced a wave of artists blending personal storytelling with trap beats. DC4 was released in late 2016, following a turbulent period for Meek Mill which included his highly publicized feud with Drake and a brief incarceration. This mixtape marked his return to music after serving time, showcasing his resilience and determination to reclaim his place in the hip-hop landscape.

DC4 works well if you're into steady flow with gradual peaks, raw storytelling of street life and energizing tracks for motivation.

How many songs are on DC4?

DC4 has 14 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Released 10 years ago this October

DC4

Meek Mill · 2016

55 min · 14 tracks · trap music

A gritty blend of street narratives and celebratory anthems framed by Meek Mill's distinctive vocal urgency and hard-hitting production.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Litty — This track features a dynamic collaboration with Tory Lanez, blending catchy hooks and aggressive verses that reflect the album's celebratory yet confrontational tone.
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Blue Notes — A standout moment where Meek blends introspective lyrics about struggle and success over a haunting piano-driven beat, embodying the emotional core of the mixtape.
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Tony Story 3 — Completing the narrative trilogy, this track showcases Meek's storytelling prowess, detailing a gripping tale of betrayal and survival that resonates deeply within his discography.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

DC4 showcases Meek Mill's vocal urgency and blends street narratives with celebratory anthems effectively.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with aggressive beats, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
Several tracks feature prominent guest appearances that add variety to the sound and lyrical perspectives.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
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 flow with gradual peaks
raw storytelling of street life
energizing tracks for motivation
reflective moments amid intensity
for workout sessions

Maybe skip if you

prefer softer, melodic sounds
dislike lyrical depth and grit

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — DC4 solidified Meek Mill's status in hip-hop after prior controversies.
Career context: DC4 was released in late 2016, following a turbulent period for Meek Mill which included his highly publicized feud with Drake and a brief incarceration. This mixtape marked his return to music after serving time, showcasing his resilience and determination to reclaim his place in the hip-hop landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Rick Ross· Lil Durk· T.I.