Released 10 years ago
Kindness for Weakness
Homeboy Sandman · 2016
39 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop
A reflective exploration of urban life and personal struggle delivered through Homeboy Sandman's intricate wordplay and smooth flow.
Top tracks — play these first
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Real New York — This track stands out for its vivid portrayal of the city’s complexities, showcasing Sandman's ability to weave personal narrative with broader cultural observations.
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God — In this introspective piece, Sandman grapples with faith and self-identity, blending philosophical musings with his characteristic lyrical dexterity.
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Talking (Bleep) — The playful yet poignant exploration of communication within relationships reveals Sandman's clever use of wordplay while addressing deeper emotional truths.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Homeboy Sandman's intricate wordplay and varied production create a distinctive sound that resonates within the underground scene.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of conversational flow, with Homeboy Sandman often employing internal rhymes and complex syllable structures.
- Tracks like 'Real New York' and 'Earth, Wind, Fire, Water' incorporate varied production styles, blending samples with live instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quick bursts of introspective thoughts
- reflective storytelling with clever wordplay
- engaging beats for focused listening
- short tracks for casual enjoyment
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, immersive experiences
- prefer high-energy party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 6, 2016, 'Kindness for Weakness' marks Homeboy Sandman's fifth studio album, following his critically acclaimed record 'Hallways' from 2014. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a distinctive voice in hip-hop, known for his unique lyrical approach and storytelling abilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aesop Rock· Open Mike Eagle· Milo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heart Sings 2:47
- 2 Eyes 3:55
- 3 Real New York 2:23
- 4 Seam by Seam 3:31
- 5 It’s Cold 3:50
- 6 Talking (Bleep) 3:11
- 7 Gumshoe 1:59
- 8 Keep It Real 2:37
- 9 Earth, Wind, Fire, Water 3:03
- 10 Funhouse 0:22
- 11 Sly Fox 2:01
- 12 God 3:48
- 13 Nonbelievers 2:05
- 14 Speak Truth 3:45
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