God Forgives, I Don't
Rick Ross · 2012
68 min · 15 tracks · trap music · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A blend of cinematic beats and grandiose lyricism, enveloping themes of power and morality in the hip-hop narrative.
Why this album works
'God Forgives, I Don't' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Ross's commercial appeal. The album received positive reviews from critics and is noted for its cinematic production and intricate storytelling, influencing the mafioso rap subgenre and contemporary hip-hop narratives.
- Best for
- cinematic, grandiose soundscapes long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2012, 'God Forgives, I Don't' was Rick Ross's fifth studio album and a follow-up to his critically acclaimed 'Teflon Don'. At this point, Ross had cemented his status as a leading figure in Southern hip-hop, building on the success of his Maybach Music Group label while expanding his artistic vision through collaborations with high-profile artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Scarface· Lil Wayne· Gucci Mane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pray for Us 0:59
- 2 Pirates 3:25
- 3 3 Kings Standout 4:26
- 4 Ashamed 4:19
- 5 Maybach Music IV 5:14
- 6 Sixteen 8:18
- 7 Amsterdam 3:46
- 8 Hold Me Back Standout 4:30
- 9 911 5:29
- 10 So Sophisticated 4:10
- 11 Presidential 4:14
- 12 Ice Cold 3:51
- 13 Touch ’n You 4:16
- 14 Diced Pineapples Standout 4:39
- 15 Ten Jesus Pieces 6:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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