Got Lyrics?
Illogic · 2001
48 min · 11 tracks · alternative hip-hop
Illogic's lyrical dexterity intertwines with jazzy samples and intricate beats, creating a vibrant tapestry of underground hip-hop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Got Lyrics? — The title track encapsulates Illogic's clever wordplay and sharp social commentary, setting the tone for the album with its infectious beat.
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Figment of My Concentration — This track showcases Illogic's introspective nature, exploring themes of creativity and self-doubt through complex rhyme schemes.
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Screenplay — With its narrative-driven lyrics, Screenplay highlights Illogic's storytelling ability, blending personal experience with vivid imagery in a compelling manner.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- lyrical exploration with playful wit
- short tracks for focused listening
- intricate beats that invite attention
- vivid storytelling through concise verses
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want straightforward, repetitive hooks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2001, Got Lyrics? is Illogic's debut studio album following a series of well-received mixtapes. At this point in his career, he was establishing himself within the alternative hip-hop scene, leveraging his unique style to differentiate from mainstream artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aesop Rock· MF DOOM· Atmosphere
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduction 1:02
- 2 Got Lyrics? 2:51
- 3 Stop Lyin’ 3:54
- 4 The Name Game 1:57
- 5 Pure Form 4:30
- 6 [unknown title] 0:24
- 7 Figment of My Concentration 4:01
- 8 Too Many Times 3:56
- 9 Day by Day 4:33
- 10 Screenplay 4:55
- 11 Break Bread / Poems 16:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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