What makes H.N.I.C. Pt. 2 by Prodigy notable?

H.N.I.C. Pt. 2 received attention for its raw lyrical content and was praised for its authenticity within the East Coast hip-hop scene, reaching number 58 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album also contributed to Prodigy's reputation as a significant voice in gangsta rap, particularly in the wake of his earlier health struggles and legal issues. Released on May 22, 2008, H.N.I.C. Pt. 2 is Prodigy's second solo album, following his 2000 debut H.N.I.C. This album came after a period of increased visibility due to his work with Mobb Deep and marked a return to his roots in hardcore hip-hop after various collaborations and projects.

Who is H.N.I.C. Pt. 2 for?

H.N.I.C. Pt. 2 works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing experience.

How many songs are on H.N.I.C. Pt. 2?

H.N.I.C. Pt. 2 has 17 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.

H.N.I.C. Pt. 2

Prodigy · 2008

63 min · 17 tracks · gangsta rap

A gritty exploration of street life and resilience wrapped in aggressive beats and sharp lyricism.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Real Power Is People — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its urgent delivery and calls for empowerment, reflecting Prodigy's perspective on societal struggles.
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Young Veterans — This track explores themes of loyalty and camaraderie among peers, showcasing Prodigy's storytelling ability through vivid imagery from his experiences.
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Click Clack — With its menacing beat and aggressive verses, this song exemplifies the hardcore elements of Prodigy's style while addressing street realities.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong lyricism and production but lacks some cohesion due to its length and bonus tracks.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a consistent aggressive tempo, while the second half introduces slower tracks that provide contrast.
Several tracks feature layered vocal deliveries, with Prodigy alternating between rapid-fire verses and more drawn-out lines.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
long, immersive listening sessions
wave-like pacing experience
layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on May 22, 2008, H.N.I.C. Pt. 2 is Prodigy's second solo album, following his 2000 debut H.N.I.C. This album came after a period of increased visibility due to his work with Mobb Deep and marked a return to his roots in hardcore hip-hop after various collaborations and projects.
Stylistic neighbors: Mobb Deep· Wu-Tang Clan· Nas

Tracklist

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

1 Real Power Is People 3:35
2 The Life 2:47
3 Young Veterans 5:34
4 Illuminati 3:29
5 New Yitty 2:38
6 ABC 3:40
7 Click Clack 2:55
8 Veteran's Memorial, Part II 4:29
9 Field Marshal P 4:26
10 3 Stacks 4:00
11 When I See You 3:11
12 It's Nothing 3:51
13 I Want Out 5:11
14 ABC (Vox Spanish remix) (teaser) 2:24
15 Represent Me (bonus track) 3:32
16 Get Trapped (bonus track) 4:22
17 Sleep When I'm Dead (bonus track) 3:24

What to play next

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