ISouljaBoyTellem
Soulja Boy · 2008
61 min · 16 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant mix of playful beats and catchy hooks that epitomize the snap music wave of late 2000s hip-hop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Turn My Swag On — This track showcases Soulja Boy's signature catchy hooks and confident delivery, encapsulating the self-assured vibe of the album while becoming a cultural anthem for personal style.
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Kiss Me Thru the Phone — As one of the album's biggest hits, this song blends melodic R&B with hip-hop, highlighting Soulja Boy's versatility and appealing to a broader audience beyond traditional hip-hop fans.
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Bird Walk — This track exemplifies the playful and danceable elements of snap music, featuring a memorable hook and rhythmic beat that encourage listener engagement through movement.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures the playful essence of its era but lacks depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of upbeat, synthesized beats that drive the tempo across nearly all tracks.
- The sequencing includes several interludes and transitions that maintain energy but can disrupt flow between tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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5/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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4/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- party-friendly upbeat atmosphere
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- steady pacing for dancing
- playful vibe for group listening
- gradual build to energetic climax
Maybe skip if you
- prefer deep lyrical content
- seek slow, reflective moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- ISouljaBoyTellem marks Soulja Boy's debut studio album, following the viral success of his breakout single 'Crank That (Soulja Boy)'. Released in December 2008, this album solidified his position as a leading figure in internet-driven hip-hop culture during a pivotal moment in his career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lil Jon· Yung Joc· Travis Porter
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I'm Bout tha Stax (intro) 3:20
- 2 Bird Walk 3:33
- 3 Turn My Swag On 3:26
- 4 Gucci Bandana 3:56
- 5 Eazy 3:22
- 6 Kiss Me Thru the Phone 3:13
- 7 Booty Got Swag 3:06
- 8 Rubber Bands 4:14
- 9 Hey You There 3:52
- 10 Yamaha Mama 4:38
- 11 Wit My Yums On 3:28
- 12 Go Head 3:41
- 13 Shoppin' Spree 4:46
- 14 Soulja Boy Tellem 3:31
- 15 Whoop Rico 4:06
- 16 I Pray (outro) 5:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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