IV Life
King Tee · 1995
50 min · 12 tracks · gangsta rap
A gritty exploration of street life, blending sharp lyricism with hard-hitting West Coast beats.
Top tracks — play these first
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Super Nigga — This track stands out for its bold commentary on race and identity, blending humor with incisive critiques of societal perceptions.
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3 Strikes Ya' Out — The song captures the essence of street life with vivid storytelling, illustrating the harsh realities faced by those in urban environments.
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Dippin' — Featuring a catchy hook and smooth production, this track exemplifies King Tee's ability to blend engaging flows with memorable beats.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
IV Life showcases King Tee's lyrical prowess and West Coast sound, though its impact is more niche within the genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong, aggressive track that sets a gritty tone, followed by the controversial 'Super Nigga' which features sharp lyricism and a hard-hitting beat.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal samples and heavy bass lines typical of West Coast hip-hop, creating a dense soundscape.
- The sequencing includes interludes like 'Advertisement' that break up the flow, providing moments of reflection amidst the more intense tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Can't See Me 4:23
- 2 Super Nigga 4:03
- 3 Duck 4:10
- 4 Dippin' 4:17
- 5 3 Strikes Ya' Out 4:19
- 6 Down Ass Loc 3:00
- 7 Free Style Ghetto 4:50
- 8 Way Out There 4:35
- 9 Let's Get It On 4:30
- 10 Check the Flow 4:13
- 11 Advertisement 3:53
- 12 Dippin' (remix) 4:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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