Graffiti the World cover

Graffiti the World

Rehab · 2005

45 min · 12 tracks

A gritty blend of Southern rock, hip-hop, and poignant storytelling delivers a raw narrative of personal struggles and societal issues.

Top tracks — play these first

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    WHT Do U WNT FRM Me — This track opens the album with a confessional tone, blending candid lyrics about personal dilemmas with a catchy hook that encapsulates the band's signature style.
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    Graffiti the World — The title track serves as a manifesto of sorts, using vivid imagery to explore themes of identity and societal critique, making it a centerpiece of the album.
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    We Live — This song captures an anthemic spirit with its rallying chorus and introspective verses, resonating with listeners seeking connection through shared experiences.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album's blend of rock and rap with strong narratives gives it a distinctive sound and solid songwriting.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a spoken-word introduction that sets a gritty tone, followed by tracks that alternate between rap verses and sung choruses.
  • Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, blending electric guitar riffs with hip-hop beats, creating a dynamic soundscape.
  • Lyrically, the album addresses personal and societal issues, often using vivid imagery and storytelling techniques across its tracks.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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 WHT Do U WNT FRM Me 3:39
  • 2 Bump 3:17
  • 3 Chest Pain 3:05
  • 4 Red Water 5:21
  • 5 Graffiti the World 4:41
  • 6 Last Tattoo 3:44
  • 7 Bottles & Cans 2:49
  • 8 We Live 3:16
  • 9 This Town 4:10
  • 10 Walk Away 3:42
  • 11 This I Know 4:25
  • 12 Running Out of Time 3:43

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