Elephants on Acid
Cypress Hill · 2018
51 min · 21 tracks · alternative hip-hop
A surreal blend of psychedelic beats and gritty lyrics, capturing the essence of Cypress Hill's unique sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Band of Gypsies Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Jesus Was a Stoner — This track stands out for its provocative exploration of spirituality through the lens of cannabis culture, embodying the album's psychedelic themes.
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Holy Mountain — With its hypnotic beat and vivid imagery, this song encapsulates the album's journey into altered states of consciousness and introspection.
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Pass the Knife — The aggressive flow and dark lyrical content reflect the group's hardcore roots while also exploring themes of violence and survival.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's experimental sound and thematic depth showcase Cypress Hill's unique style, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a heavy, distorted bass line on 'Tusko' that sets a dark, psychedelic tone for the record.
- Tracks often feature abrupt transitions, with some songs ending suddenly and others starting immediately, creating a disorienting flow.
- The lyrics frequently reference themes of drug culture and existentialism, aligning with the psychedelic influences in the production.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- short immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing experiences
- surreal auditory explorations
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — The album features a deliberate departure into psychedelic sounds, showcasing new creative directions.
- Career context
- By the time 'Elephants on Acid' was released in 2018, Cypress Hill had already established themselves as pioneers of alternative hip-hop. This album came nearly a decade after their last studio album, 'Rise Up,' marking a return to their roots with a fresh take on their signature sound. The group showcased their evolution while paying homage to their classic style, emphasizing their longevity in the industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- House of Pain· Rage Against the Machine· Limp Bizkit
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Jesus Was a Stoner
The narrative shifts from historical references to personal anecdotes surrounding marijuana culture, challenging conventional beliefs.
This juxtaposition between religious history and modern counterculture highlights the band's ability to provoke thought while maintaining their trademark humor.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Tusko 0:48
- 2 Band of Gypsies Start here 3:49
- 3 Put Em in the Ground 2:21
- 4 Satao 0:29
- 5 Jesus Was a Stoner 3:25
- 6 Pass the Knife 3:36
- 7 LSD 0:37
- 8 Oh Na Na 2:57
- 9 Holy Mountain 1:15
- 10 Locos 3:18
- 11 Falling Down 2:19
Disc 2
- 1 Elephant Acid 0:52
- 2 Insane OG 1:23
- 3 The 5ᵗʰ Angel 2:01
- 4 Warlord 3:17
- 5 Reefer Man 3:22
- 6 Thru the Rabbit Hole 1:54
- 7 Crazy 2:52
- 8 Muggs Is Dead 2:11
- 9 Blood on My Hands Again 3:20
- 10 Stairway to Heaven 5:41
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