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Deadly Game

X-Raided · 2002

59 min · 15 tracks · gangsta rap

A gritty blend of sinister beats and harsh realities, encapsulating the raw essence of West Coast gangsta rap.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Deadly Game — The title track serves as a harrowing exploration of the struggles faced in a violent environment, showcasing X-Raided's storytelling ability and lyrical depth.
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    Hellraiser — This track exemplifies the album's intense energy and dark themes, reflecting X-Raided's unique blend of hardcore hip-hop with horrorcore elements.
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    Mommas Pride — Here, X-Raided reveals personal reflections on family and loyalty amidst chaos, adding a poignant dimension to the overall narrative of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album's gritty sound and narrative structure reflect its genre well but lacks broader appeal.

What we noticed

  • The album features multiple interludes labeled as 'Scene' that break up the flow of the tracks, creating a narrative structure.
  • Each track typically employs a heavy bass line and aggressive percussion, maintaining a consistent sonic intensity throughout.
  • X-Raided's vocal delivery is often layered with echo effects, enhancing the menacing tone of the lyrics.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 1:34
  • 2 Scene 4:19
  • 3 Deadly Game 5:23
  • 4 Hellraiser 4:31
  • 5 Scene 4:16
  • 6 Trial by Fury 4:31
  • 7 Incarcerated 0:21
  • 8 Attack Yo Bitch, Part II 4:55
  • 9 Scene 4:47
  • 10 Nefarious 4:08
  • 11 Mommas Pride 4:52
  • 12 Misanthrophy 5:56
  • 13 Nina 3:17
  • 14 Ready for War 1:40
  • 15 Outro 4:37

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