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Immobilarity

Raekwon · 1999

65 min · 21 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A gritty and introspective exploration of street life wrapped in cinematic production and vivid storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • cinematic storytelling with grit
  • wave-like pacing with interludes
  • introspective exploration of street life
  • dynamic shifts in emotional tone

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, instant gratification
  • avoid lengthy, narrative-driven pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 1999, 'Immobilarity' was Raekwon's follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'Only Built 4 Cuban Linx...' from 1995. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation within the Wu-Tang Clan and the hip-hop community as a leading voice in mafioso rap, characterized by its intricate narratives and atmospheric beats.
Stylistic neighbors
Ghostface Killah· Inspectah Deck· Nas

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro (skit) 2:18
  • 2 Yae Yo 2:36
  • 3 Casablanca 3:50
  • 4 100 Rounds 4:53
  • 5 Real Life 3:02
  • 6 Power 3:48
  • 7 Skit Nº1 1:04
  • 8 All I Got Is You, Part II 4:53
  • 9 Jury 3:50
  • 10 Fuck Them 3:55
  • 11 Skit Nº2 1:29
  • 12 Live From New York 3:25
  • 13 My Favorite Dred 1:57
  • 14 Friday 3:25
  • 15 The Table 3:03
  • 16 Sneakers 3:01
  • 17 Raw 3:07
  • 18 Pop Shit 3:17
  • 19 Heart to Heart 4:03
  • 20 Forecast 3:08
  • 21 Outro 1:08

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