Top tracks — play these first
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Holy Mountain Start here — This track features a rich blend of diverse voices, creating an uplifting anthem that encapsulates the album's spirit of unity and celebration.
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Just Us — Incorporating a sample from 'All I Do' by Stevie Wonder, this track balances nostalgia with contemporary flair, highlighting Khaled's knack for fusing past influences with modern sounds.
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No Brainer — 'No Brainer' stands out with its catchy chorus and rhythmic energy, effectively showcasing the collaborative strengths of Khaled alongside Justin Bieber and Chance the Rapper.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong production and collaborations but lacks cohesive flow and depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- The album features a total of 14 tracks, with the first half heavily focused on collaborations with multiple artists, creating a varied sound palette.
- Several tracks incorporate anthemic choruses that repeat throughout, emphasizing hooks designed for mass appeal.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- celebratory anthems for gatherings
- mid-tempo grooves for dancing
- collaborative energy from various artists
- motivational tracks for workouts
Maybe skip if you
- seeking introspective, quiet moments
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Features collaborations that resonate with dedicated fans, showcasing his signature sound.
- Themes
- celebration of legacy· gospel-infused hip-hop· collaborative artistry
- Career context
- Released in 2019, Father of Asahd is DJ Khaled's eleventh studio album. Following the commercial success of his previous album, Grateful, this record continued to solidify his status as a leading figure in the music industry, showcasing his ability to curate high-profile collaborations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Metro Boomin· Mustard· T-Pain
Tracklist
- 1 Holy Mountain Start here 4:54
- 2 Wish Wish 3:22
- 3 Jealous 4:15
- 4 Just Us 3:41
- 5 You Stay 4:35
- 6 Celebrate 3:26
- 7 Higher 2:56
- 8 Weather the Storm 2:33
- 9 Big Boy Talk 2:45
- 10 Freak N You 3:06
- 11 Top Off 3:50
- 12 No Brainer 4:20
- 13 Thank You 3:08
- 14 Holy Ground 3:17
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Jesus Is King
Kanye West
Shares gospel-infused themes and celebrates collaboration with prominent artists.
Scorpion
Drake
Features an expansive roster of collaborations and a blend of introspective and celebratory tracks.
Coloring Book
Chance the Rapper
Combines gospel influences with vibrant collaborations, celebrating life and legacy.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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