Dedication 2 cover

Dedication 2

Lil Wayne · 2006

77 min · 25 tracks · trap music · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop

A relentless barrage of clever wordplay and Southern swagger over hard-hitting, sample-laden beats.

Why this album works

'Dedication 2' is often credited with revitalizing the mixtape format in hip-hop, influencing a new generation of artists. The project received widespread acclaim and helped solidify Wayne's status as one of the top rappers of his era, featuring tracks that are still celebrated in hip-hop culture today.
Best for
relentless wordplay and swagger dynamic peaks and valleys short bursts of energy
Context
By the time Lil Wayne released 'Dedication 2' in January 2006, he was transitioning from a promising young rapper into a major force in hip-hop. This mixtape followed his breakthrough with 'Tha Carter' (2004) and solidified his reputation as an innovative lyricist, setting the stage for his later commercial peak.
Stylistic neighbors
Birdman· Juvenile· T.I.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Best in the Business 0:41
  • 2 Get 'em 3:20
  • 3 They Still Like Me 2:18
  • 4 I'm the Best Rapper Alive Standout 1:16
  • 5 Cannon (AMG remix) Standout 5:52
  • 6 Workin 'em 3:12
  • 7 SportsCenter 2:49
  • 8 Welcome to tha Concrete Jungle 2:29
  • 9 Spitter 3:15
  • 10 South Muzik 3:27
  • 11 This What I Call Her 2:44
  • 12 Dedication 2 2:43
  • 13 Weezy on Retirement 0:42
  • 14 Poppin' Them Bottles 3:51
  • 15 What U Kno 1:40
  • 16 Where the Cash At 4:55
  • 17 Ridin' With the AK 4:10
  • 18 Weezy on the Streetz of N.O. 0:26
  • 19 Walk It Off 5:30
  • 20 Hustlin' 4:00
  • 21 Gettin Some Head 3:47
  • 22 A Dedication After Disaster 0:48
  • 23 No Other 5:27
  • 24 Outta Here 0:53
  • 25 Georgia... Bush Standout 7:27

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