Is Float a good place to start with Styles P?

Yes, Float is recommended as a starting point for new Styles P listeners. A gritty blend of street narratives and introspective reflections wrapped in hard-hitting beats and Styles P's signature flow. When Float was released in 2013, Styles P was already an established figure in hip-hop, having gained prominence as a member of The Lox. This album marked his return to solo work after several collaborative projects and signaled his continued relevance in the evolving rap landscape, following his previous album, Master of Ceremonies, released in 2012.

Float works well if you're into steady flow with gradual escalation, gritty exploration of street life and introspective rhymes for reflection.

How many songs are on Float?

Float has 12 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Float

Styles P · 2013

36 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop

A gritty blend of street narratives and introspective reflections wrapped in hard-hitting beats and Styles P's signature flow.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Manson Murder Start here — This track stands out for its chilling storytelling that draws parallels between crime and celebrity culture, showcasing Styles P's sharp lyricism.
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I Need Weed — Here, Styles P combines humor with candidness about his relationship with cannabis, embodying the carefree yet reflective spirit prevalent throughout the album.
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Screw Y'all — A powerful closing track that encapsulates defiance against critics and doubters, emphasizing Styles P’s resilience and commitment to authenticity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

54 /100

Foothills

Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

Float combines gritty narratives with introspective moments, creating a cohesive yet varied listening experience.

What we noticed

The album opens with a brief intro track that sets a dark tone, followed by a sequence of tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace.
Several tracks feature skits that interject humor and commentary, breaking up the intensity of the lyrical content.
The last three tracks shift towards more introspective themes, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady flow with gradual escalation
gritty exploration of street life
introspective rhymes for reflection
short tracks for focused listening

Maybe skip if you

prefer upbeat party vibes
seek longer immersive experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Solid entry in Styles P's catalog, showcasing his lyrical depth without being a standout.
Themes: street narratives· celebrity culture critique· cannabis reflections
Career context: When Float was released in 2013, Styles P was already an established figure in hip-hop, having gained prominence as a member of The Lox. This album marked his return to solo work after several collaborative projects and signaled his continued relevance in the evolving rap landscape, following his previous album, Master of Ceremonies, released in 2012.
Stylistic neighbors: Jadakiss· Sheek Louch· Ghostface Killah