What makes Just Until... by Cordae notable?

This EP received positive reviews from critics, highlighting Cordae's skillful lyricism and ability to blend genres. It solidified his position within the contemporary hip-hop scene and generated significant online discussion about his potential impact on the genre moving forward. Just Until... marks Cordae's return after his debut studio album, The Lost Boy, released in 2019. By 2021, he had established himself as a promising voice in hip-hop, and this EP serves as a bridge while he prepares for his next full-length project. This release demonstrates his continued evolution and experimentation with sound.

How many songs are on Just Until...?

Just Until... has 4 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.

Just Until...

Cordae · 2021

12 min · 4 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of introspective lyrics and melodic trap beats that showcases Cordae's lyrical prowess and growth as an artist.

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Top tracks — play these first

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More Life — The opening track sets a reflective tone, showcasing Cordae's growth and ambition through personal storytelling intertwined with uplifting production.
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Wassup — This track highlights Cordae's lyrical dexterity and confident delivery, addressing themes of success and authenticity while engaging with contemporary hip-hop culture.
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Dream in Color — Here, Cordae explores aspirations and the pursuit of dreams against a backdrop of rich melodies, capturing both vulnerability and hope in his narrative.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

54 /100

Foothills

Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

Cordae blends introspective lyrics with melodic beats, showcasing growth while maintaining a cohesive sound across the EP.

What we noticed

The first track features a slow build with layered vocals and a gradual introduction of percussion, setting a reflective tone.
The EP closes with a more subdued tempo on 'Thornton Street', which shifts the mood and provides a sense of resolution.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

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.