Is Funeral a good place to start with Lil Wayne?

Yes, Funeral is recommended as a starting point for new Lil Wayne listeners. A dense and introspective journey through dark, intricate beats layered with Lil Wayne's signature lyrical dexterity. Released on January 31, 2020, 'Funeral' is Lil Wayne's thirteenth studio album and follows the critically acclaimed 'Tha Carter V' from 2018. At this stage in his career, Wayne was reestablishing his relevance in a rapidly evolving hip-hop landscape while grappling with personal loss and legacy.

Funeral works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, lush beats for introspective moments and lyrical depth for detail-oriented fans.

How many songs are on Funeral?

Funeral has 24 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.

Funeral

Lil Wayne · 2020

76 min · 24 tracks · trap music

A dense and introspective journey through dark, intricate beats layered with Lil Wayne's signature lyrical dexterity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Funeral Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Mahogany — This track features a hypnotic beat and showcases Wayne's ability to weave vivid imagery into his reflections on fame and wealth.
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I Don’t Sleep — The intensity of this track illustrates Wayne’s relentless work ethic and commitment to his craft, punctuated by sharp wordplay and a driving rhythm.
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Clap for Em — With its catchy hook, this track serves as both a celebration of success and a critique of those who doubted him, exemplifying Wayne's duality as an artist.
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Mama Mia — The playful yet aggressive delivery on this track highlights Wayne's unique flow while touching on themes of resilience amidst adversity.

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 showcases lyrical complexity but struggles with cohesion due to its length and varied production styles.

What we noticed

Lyrical themes shift frequently, with introspective verses often juxtaposed against braggadocious hooks and punchlines.
Production varies from atmospheric beats to more traditional trap sounds, creating a diverse sonic palette throughout the record.

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 5/10

Significant within its genre. 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 pacing for focused listening
lush beats for introspective moments
lyrical depth for detail-oriented fans
consistent flow throughout the album
reflective vibes for late-night thoughts

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification tracks
prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and lyrical depth in Wayne's later career.
Themes: industry betrayal· wealth and success· personal resurrection
Career context: Released on January 31, 2020, 'Funeral' is Lil Wayne's thirteenth studio album and follows the critically acclaimed 'Tha Carter V' from 2018. At this stage in his career, Wayne was reestablishing his relevance in a rapidly evolving hip-hop landscape while grappling with personal loss and legacy.
Stylistic neighbors: Young Thug· 2 Chainz· Travis Scott