E&A cover

E&A

Eyedea & Abilities · 2004

46 min · 13 tracks · hip-hop

A cerebral blend of introspective lyricism and intricate beats that challenges conventional hip-hop structures.

Why this album works

This album received critical acclaim for its complex themes and poetic delivery, solidifying Eyedea's reputation as a thought-provoking artist. It played a significant role in the independent hip-hop movement of the early 2000s, influencing subsequent artists with its intricate storytelling and unique sound.
Best for
steady pacing with reflective peaks cerebral themes for deep thinking emotional depth in lyrical content
Context
E&A is the second album by Eyedea & Abilities, released in 2004 after their acclaimed debut, 'First Born'. At this point in their career, they were establishing themselves as innovative voices within the underground hip-hop scene, known for pushing lyrical and musical boundaries.
Stylistic neighbors
Lil Wayne· Yo Gotti· Ace Hood

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Reintroducing 2:16
  • 2 Now 4:22
  • 3 Kept 2:28
  • 4 Exhausted Love Standout 5:20
  • 5 Star Destroyer Standout 3:44
  • 6 Paradise Standout 6:32
  • 7 One Twenty 3:12
  • 8 Man vs. Ape 2:47
  • 9 Get Along 0:57
  • 10 Two Men and a Lady 3:08
  • 11 E&A Day 3:05
  • 12 Act Right 4:04
  • 13 Glass 4:31

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