Released 10 years ago
Islah
Kevin Gates · 2016
63 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A gritty blend of confessional storytelling and infectious hooks that encapsulate the struggles of contemporary life.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout
- gritty confessional storytelling vibes
- infectious hooks for sing-alongs
- reflective moments for personal connection
- for casual listening sessions
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced energy
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Islah marks Kevin Gates' major label debut following a series of acclaimed mixtapes, including his breakthrough with 'Luca Brasi 2' in 2014. Released on January 29, 2016, it showcased Gates' unique ability to balance vulnerability and bravado, solidifying his place in the Southern hip-hop landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Boosie Badazz· YoungBoy Never Broke Again· Lil Durk
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Not the Only One 4:41
- 2 Really Really 3:52
- 3 2 Phones 4:00
- 4 Pride 4:05
- 5 La familia 3:50
- 6 Time for That 3:28
- 7 Thought I Heard (Bread Winners’ Anthem) 3:24
- 8 Hard For 4:07
- 9 Ask for More 3:27
- 10 One Thing 3:19
- 11 The Truth 3:30
- 12 Kno One 3:34
- 13 Told Me 3:04
- 14 Ain’t Too Hard 3:25
- 15 I Love It 3:31
- 16 Jam 3:33
- 17 Excuse Me 4:36
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