What makes Ego Death by The Internet notable?

Ego Death received widespread critical acclaim, even being nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Urban Contemporary Album. The album reached number 2 on the Billboard R&B Albums chart and showcased a shift in contemporary R&B, influencing a generation of artists with its innovative blend of genres. Released in 2015, Ego Death was The Internet's third studio album and marked a significant moment for the band following their critically acclaimed project, Feel Good. At this point, they were solidifying their place in the music scene after gaining traction from collaborations with artists like Odd Future and gaining recognition for their unique sound.

How many songs are on Ego Death?

Ego Death has 12 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Ego Death

The Internet · 2015

56 min · 12 tracks · soul

A lush tapestry of alternative R&B and soul, blending introspective lyrics with vibrant instrumentation.

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Girl — This track features a smooth groove that captures the essence of the album's exploration of love and relationships, showcasing Syd's soulful vocals harmonizing beautifully with the instrumental backdrop.
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Just Sayin' / I Tried — An emotional centerpiece, this track intricately weaves personal vulnerability with a catchy chorus, illustrating the struggles of communication within relationships through its dynamic structure.
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Get Away — Opening the album with an energetic beat and confident lyrics, this track sets the tone for self-discovery and empowerment while displaying The Internet's signature sound.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

72 /100

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Higher than 95% of albums we've rated

The album blends lush instrumentation with strong vocal performances, showcasing its unique sound within contemporary R&B.

What we noticed

The album opens with a mid-tempo track that sets a relaxed groove, followed by a series of songs that gradually introduce more complex arrangements and instrumentation.
The last three tracks shift towards slower tempos and more introspective themes, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Get Away 2:30
2 Gabby 3:34
3 Under Control 4:04
4 Go With It 4:27
5 Just Sayin' / I Tried 6:53
6 For the World 3:23
7 Girl 6:56
8 Special Affair 2:58
9 Somthing's Missing 6:21
10 Partners in Crime Part Three 3:23
11 Penthouse Cloud 4:44
12 Palace / Curse 7:20

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