What makes Fort Minor: We Major by Fort Minor notable?

'We Major' is significant for its innovative remixes of tracks like 'Remember the Name', which gained traction on various charts and contributed to Fort Minor’s growing fanbase. The album reflects a moment in hip-hop where artists began blending multiple genres, influencing future acts within the scene. Released in 2005, 'We Major' is Fort Minor's first project after their acclaimed debut album 'The Rising Tied' in 2005. The album showcases Mike Shinoda's evolution as a solo artist while he was still part of Linkin Park, navigating the intersection of mainstream success and personal expression.

How many songs are on Fort Minor: We Major?

Fort Minor: We Major has 19 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Fort Minor: We Major

Fort Minor · 2005

59 min · 19 tracks · alternative hip-hop

A fusion of alternative hip-hop and energetic remixes that elevate introspective lyrics with layered production.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Remember the Name (album version) — This track serves as an anthem for perseverance and self-identity, featuring a catchy hook that became synonymous with Shinoda's brand. Its blend of motivational lyrics and engaging production encapsulates the essence of Fort Minor's mission.
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Petrified (album version) — With its driving beat and confident lyrics, this track represents the struggle against doubt and fear, making it relatable for listeners. It showcases Shinoda's lyrical prowess and ability to weave personal themes into compelling narratives.
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Dolla — Through clever wordplay and commentary on materialism, 'Dolla' critiques societal values while maintaining an upbeat tempo. This juxtaposition highlights Shinoda's skill in addressing serious issues within a commercial sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album's mix of remixes and original tracks creates a varied listening experience but lacks strong cohesion.

What we noticed

The album features multiple remixes of key tracks, with the remix versions often altering the original beats and adding new instrumental layers.
The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with upbeat tempos, while the latter half introduces more introspective themes and varied pacing.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

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 Green Lantern Intro 1:33
2 100 Degrees 3:05
3 Dolla 3:05
4 Bloc Party 2:39
5 S.C.O.M. 3:30
6 Remember the Name (Funkadelic remix) 3:37
7 Bleach (Jimi remix) 3:48
8 Spraypaint & Inkpens 4:06
9 Petrified (Doors remix) 3:28
10 Get It 3:08
11 Be Somebody 3:12
12 Respect 4 Grandma 3:05
13 There They Go (Green Lantern remix) 3:18
14 All Night 3:28
15 Nobody’s Listening (Green Lantern remix) 2:31
16 Cover and Duck 4:54
17 Remember the Name (album version) 3:11
18 Petrified (album version) 2:46
19 Outro 0:49

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