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Government Plates

Death Grips · 2013

35 min · 11 tracks · hardcore hip-hop · industrial music · rap rock

A chaotic blend of abrasive beats, cryptic lyrics, and punk ethos fuels this experimental hip-hop odyssey.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with chaotic energy
  • cryptic themes for deep thinkers
  • short bursts of intense expression
  • immersive experience for focused listeners

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of polished production
  • prefer straightforward lyrical content

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 13, 2013, 'Government Plates' marked Death Grips' third studio album and came after their critically acclaimed 'NO LOVE DEEP WEB.' At this point in their career, the group was known for their unconventional release strategy and genre-defying sound, setting themselves apart from mainstream hip-hop while pushing the boundaries of experimental music.
Stylistic neighbors
Black Midi· Shabazz Palaces· Ho99o9

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 You Might Think He Loves You for Your Money but I Know What He Really Loves You for It’s Your Brand New Leopard Skin Pillbox Hat 2:41
  • 2 Anne Bonny 3:27
  • 3 Two Heavens 3:02
  • 4 This Is Violence Now (Don’t Get Me Wrong) 2:38
  • 5 Birds 4:38
  • 6 Feels Like a Wheel 2:22
  • 7 I’m Overflow 3:09
  • 8 Big House 2:19
  • 9 Government Plates 2:42
  • 10 Bootleg (Don’t Need Your Help) 2:06
  • 11 Whatever I Want (Fuck Who’s Watching) 6:38

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