Habits & Contradictions
Schoolboy Q · 2012
67 min · 18 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · West Coast hip-hop
A gritty exploration of ambition and inner conflict wrapped in hard-hitting beats and sharp lyrics.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim, landing on numerous year-end lists and solidifying Schoolboy Q's position as a rising star in hip-hop. It peaked at number 86 on the Billboard 200 and helped to further popularize the sound of TDE (Top Dawg Entertainment), influencing a wave of artists in the genre.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released in January 2012, 'Habits & Contradictions' was Schoolboy Q's second studio album, following his debut 'Setbacks' from 2011. At this point in his career, he was beginning to gain significant recognition within the West Coast hip-hop scene, particularly after signing with Top Dawg Entertainment, which set the stage for his later mainstream success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kendrick Lamar· The Game· YG
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sacrilegious 3:31
- 2 There He Go Standout 3:20
- 3 Hands on the Wheel Standout 3:17
- 4 Sex Drive 3:22
- 5 Oxy Music 3:47
- 6 My Hatin’ Joint 4:15
- 7 Tookie Knows (interlude) 1:25
- 8 Raymond 1969 4:50
- 9 Sexting 3:21
- 10 Grooveline, Part 1 5:00
- 11 Gangsta in Designer (No Concept) 3:48
- 12 How We Feeling 3:11
- 13 Druggys Wit Hoes Again 3:39
- 14 Nightmare on Figg St. Standout 3:36
- 15 My Homie 3:47
- 16 Blessed 5:10
- 17 NiggaHs.Already.Know.Davers.Flow 3:53
- 18 2 Raw 4:38
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