Hugo
Loyle Carner · 2022
33 min · 10 tracks · hip-hop
A reflective blend of introspective lyrics layered over smooth, jazzy beats and soulful samples that echo personal and societal struggles.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nobody Knows — This track features poignant reflections on identity and mental health, encapsulating Carner's struggle with public perception and personal truth.
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Georgetown — In 'Georgetown', Carner explores themes of family and belonging through vivid storytelling, making it a standout example of his narrative skill.
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Blood on My Nikes — This track combines infectious rhythms with a gripping exploration of violence and its impact on community, showcasing Carner's ability to tackle hard-hitting subjects.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines introspective lyrics with jazzy beats, showcasing Loyle Carner's growth as an artist.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken word intro that sets a reflective tone, followed by tracks that blend smooth jazz samples with introspective lyrics.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- reflective moments of personal introspection
- smooth beats for easy listening
- short tracks for quick engagement
- soulful samples that resonate deeply
Maybe skip if you
- need constant high-energy tracks
- prefer longer, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 28, 2022, 'Hugo' is Loyle Carner's third studio album, following his critically acclaimed project 'Not Waving, But Drowning' from 2019. At this point in his career, Carner had solidified his place in the UK hip-hop scene, known for his intimate storytelling and unique sound that melds elements of jazz and soul.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tom Misch· Jordan Rakei· Anderson .Paak
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hate 4:04
- 2 Nobody Knows 3:07
- 3 Georgetown 2:57
- 4 Speed of Plight 3:00
- 5 Homerton 2:49
- 6 Blood on My Nikes 3:37
- 7 Plastic 3:29
- 8 A Lasting Place 4:22
- 9 Polyfilla 3:13
- 10 HGU 3:21
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