Humble & Brilliant
Jesse Dangerously · 2011
46 min · 13 tracks · alternative hip-hop
A playful blend of intricate wordplay and sharp social commentary wrapped in alternative hip-hop beats.
Top tracks — play these first
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Halifax Rap Legend — This track encapsulates Dangerously's hometown pride while using humor and self-deprecation to discuss his identity as an artist. It showcases his ability to merge local culture with broader themes.
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Bring Your Girlfriend to Rap Day — With its catchy chorus and relatable subject matter, this song blends casual conversation with insightful reflections on relationships, demonstrating Dangerously's knack for accessible yet profound lyrics.
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Triptych I: Hot Commodity — The first part of a three-track series, it explores themes of value and perception in a consumer-driven society through intricate rhymes and layered storytelling, setting the tone for the triptych's exploration of identity.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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How Shall I Send Thee?
A pivotal moment where the narrative shifts from introspection to direct address, creating urgency around a message of communication and connection.
This shift adds a layer of intimacy to the song, making the listener feel directly engaged with the lyrical plea.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 file_id.diz 2:04
- 2 Professional Widowmaker 2:50
- 3 Halifax Rap Legend 3:53
- 4 Tim I Said No Guests! 3:32
- 5 Bring Your Girlfriend to Rap Day 4:07
- 6 Holocaust Cloak 3:52
- 7 How Shall I Send Thee? 4:02
- 8 Write Protected 3:49
- 9 Mundane Arcana & Eldritch Lucidity 3:46
- 10 Make Hymn Cry 1:05
- 11 Triptych I: Hot Commodity 4:35
- 12 Triptych II: Hot Property 4:38
- 13 Triptych III: Cold Comfort 4:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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