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Deca i Sunce

Marčelo · 2010

50 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop

A rich tapestry of jazz-infused beats and introspective lyrics, reflecting the struggles and aspirations of contemporary Serbia.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Teška artiljerija — This track stands out for its powerful commentary on societal issues, combining sharp lyricism with a compelling beat that captures listeners' attention.
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    Sindrom Pepeljuge — With its introspective lyrics and melodic flow, this song exemplifies Marčelo's ability to weave personal narratives into broader cultural reflections.
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    Pismo vanzemaljcu (Dara I) — This track uniquely addresses themes of alienation and longing through imaginative storytelling, showcasing Marčelo's creative lyrical style.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album combines jazz-infused beats with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong production and lyrical depth.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a spoken-word intro that sets a reflective tone, followed by tracks that alternate between upbeat rhythms and slower, contemplative beats.
  • Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, blending jazz elements with traditional hip-hop beats, creating a rich sonic texture.
  • Lyrically, the album often employs narrative storytelling, with Marčelo's delivery varying from conversational to urgent across different tracks.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Možda baš ti

    The writer shifts from hopeful anticipation to stark realism about relationships highlights emotional vulnerability.

    This transition illustrates a deep exploration of disillusionment amid expectations, contrasting hope with the harshness of reality.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Filter iz ranijih epizoda 1:53
  • 2 Teška artiljerija 3:14
  • 3 Kita 3:56
  • 4 Sindrom Pepeljuge 3:22
  • 5 Blagosloveni sjeb 3:46
  • 6 Mamica 4:19
  • 7 Možda baš ti 3:02
  • 8 Pismo vanzemaljcu (Dara I) 3:34
  • 9 Bube 4:10
  • 10 Ispod (Dara II) 3:40
  • 11 Odraslima 3:35
  • 12 Kostim 3:57
  • 13 Takav da mirno spava 3:39
  • 14 Sunce 4:21

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