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Illustrious

Big Noyd · 2008

40 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop

A gritty exploration of street life, underscored by hard-hitting beats and raw, unfiltered lyricism.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Snitches — The opening track sets the tone for the album, featuring aggressive delivery and a fierce commentary on betrayal that reflects Noyd's street credibility.
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    Money Talk — This track encapsulates the hustler mentality with its catchy hooks and stark reflection on the relationship between money and power in urban life.
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    Trying to Make It Out — With a more introspective tone, this track showcases Noyd’s vulnerability and determination, contrasting sharply with the album's harder moments.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Trying to Make It Out

    The shift from external struggles to internal reflection highlights personal aspirations amid adversity.

    This moment reveals a rare glimpse into Noyd's mindset, balancing bravado with genuine ambition and emotional depth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Snitches 3:19
  • 2 Posted on the Block 3:10
  • 3 So Much Trouble 3:12
  • 4 Heartless 3:11
  • 5 Money Talk 2:52
  • 6 Things Done Changed 2:57
  • 7 Back Up in This Bitch 2:52
  • 8 Paper 2:03
  • 9 Ghetto 3:10
  • 10 It’s a Wrap 2:55
  • 11 Trying to Make It Out 2:50
  • 12 Nowhere Else to Hide 3:19
  • 13 Rags to Riches 2:56
  • 14 Get It Poppin’ 1:18

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