Grey Crow
Eligh · 2010
64 min · 17 tracks · alternative hip-hop
A reflective blend of introspective lyrics and soulful beats that navigates personal struggles with an alternative hip-hop flair.
Top tracks — play these first
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Soul on the Road — This track encapsulates the journey theme prevalent throughout the album, blending vivid storytelling with a catchy hook that resonates with listeners seeking self-discovery.
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When I'm a Dad — Eligh explores themes of responsibility and future aspirations, presenting a poignant narrative that reflects personal growth and introspection.
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Desire — With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, this track dives into the complexities of longing and ambition, serving as a centerpiece for the album's emotional depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Eligh's introspective lyrics and soulful production create a compelling yet uneven listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken intro that sets a reflective tone, followed by tracks that alternate between mid-tempo beats and slower, more contemplative moments.
- Lyrically, the verses often feature internal rhymes and vivid imagery, with Eligh frequently employing a conversational style that invites listener engagement.
- Several tracks incorporate soulful samples and layered instrumentation, creating a rich backdrop for the introspective lyrics.
- The sequencing includes interludes and skits that break up the flow, contributing to a narrative arc that explores personal themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective journeys through introspection
- soulful melodies for quiet moments
- thought-provoking themes for contemplation
- eclectic beats for focused listening
- emotional depth in each track
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party vibes
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- At the time of its release in 2010, Eligh was already an established figure in the alternative hip-hop scene, known for his work with the group Living Legends. 'Grey Crow' serves as his solo project following his 2008 album 'Grown Up', showcasing a maturation in both lyrical depth and production style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aesop Rock· Atmosphere· MF DOOM
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sad of Eye (intro) 1:01
- 2 Angel of Death 3:41
- 3 Soul on the Road 3:43
- 4 Love ov My Life 4:35
- 5 Find Yourself 4:52
- 6 When I'm a Dad 4:18
- 7 Wish I Would 3:26
- 8 Miss Busdriver (Rachel) 3:26
- 9 Shine 3:50
- 10 Stuck With You 3:40
- 11 Desire 4:58
- 12 Skitzo 4:11
- 13 Whirlwind 3:56
- 14 Wake Up! 3:49
- 15 Beneath the Sea 4:27
- 16 Maybe So 2:42
- 17 Suffocate 4:09
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