Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends introspective lyrics with vibrant beats, showcasing Ricch's growth while maintaining a familiar sound.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied rhythms and slower tracks.
  • Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, with Roddy Ricch alternating between rapping and melodic hooks throughout.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Just Because 2:33
  • 2 King Size 3:09
  • 3 Heavier 2:49
  • 4 Blue Cheese 2:05
  • 5 Favor for a Favor 3:00
  • 6 Twin 2:28
  • 7 Aston Martin Truck 3:00
  • 8 Get Swept 2:36
  • 9 Belly of the Beast 2:53
  • 10 Stop Breathing 1:50
  • 11 Fade Away 2:31
  • 12 #1 Freak 2:49
  • 13 Pressure 2:16
  • 14 No Rest 2:34
  • 15 Letter to My Son 2:06

Reference: MusicBrainz