Heavy Heavy
Young Fathers · 2023
32 min · 10 tracks · hip-hop
Eclectic soundscapes intertwine with bold hip-hop rhythms, creating an experimental yet accessible musical journey.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rice — The opening track sets the tone with infectious energy and intricate vocal harmonies that encapsulate the album's adventurous spirit.
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Geronimo — This track combines catchy hooks with thought-provoking lyrics, showcasing the band's ability to balance pop sensibilities with deeper messages.
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Be Your Lady — A standout moment on the album, this song blends vulnerability with a powerful delivery, illustrating the emotional range Young Fathers can achieve.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong compositions and bold production choices, making it distinct yet cohesive.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong rhythmic pulse in 'Rice', which sets a dynamic tone that persists through the first half.
- Tracks like 'Tell Somebody' and 'Geronimo' incorporate layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich textural experience.
- The final three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for introspection and contrast to the earlier energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- short, engaging listening sessions
- layered, dense sonic textures
- immediate hooks and energy
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2023, Young Fathers released 'Heavy Heavy' as their third studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Cocoa Sugar' from 2018. This album arrives after a five-year gap and showcases their artistic evolution while maintaining their distinctive style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Shabazz Palaces· Death Grips· Run the Jewels
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Tell Somebody
The singer directly confronts feelings of isolation and urges openness about mental health struggles.
This shift to direct address creates an intimate connection, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability in conversations about mental well-being.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rice 2:40
- 2 I Saw 3:27
- 3 Drum 3:38
- 4 Tell Somebody 3:10
- 5 Geronimo 3:33
- 6 Shoot Me Down 3:28
- 7 Ululation 2:53
- 8 Sink or Swim 3:04
- 9 Holy Moly 3:29
- 10 Be Your Lady 3:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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