Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album blends G-funk grooves with personal themes, maintaining a solid flow but lacks standout compositions.

What we noticed

• — The album opens with a brief intro that sets a laid-back tone, followed by tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo groove.
• — Several tracks feature layered synths and smooth bass lines typical of G-funk, while others incorporate more introspective lyrics reflecting personal struggles.
• — The title track is positioned as the fifth song, creating a pivotal moment in the album's flow, after which the energy dips slightly with 'Havin’ Things'.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score

5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score

6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

6/10

running order, pacing, length

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.