King's Disease
Nas · 2020
38 min · 13 tracks · alternative hip-hop
A reflective exploration of success and legacy wrapped in lush, soulful production and sharp lyrical insight.
Top tracks — play these first
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King’s Disease Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Ultra Black — This track stands out for its celebration of black culture and pride, featuring compelling verses that address systemic racism while showcasing Nas's lyrical prowess.
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Replace Me — In this introspective track, Nas reflects on relationships and personal growth, employing clever wordplay to convey vulnerability amidst strength.
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Full Circle — Featuring guest appearances from several established artists, this track highlights themes of unity and legacy, illustrating how Nas continues to impact the hip-hop landscape.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends contemporary production with introspective themes, showcasing Nas's lyrical prowess effectively.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of lush, soulful samples that underpin Nas's reflective lyrics throughout its duration.
- The production varies in tempo but maintains a smooth flow, allowing for seamless transitions between tracks without jarring shifts.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- reflective moments of wisdom
- steady flow with lyrical depth
- short tracks for quick engagement
- thoughtful listening during reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seeking extended musical journeys
- prefer upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in Nas's long career.
- Themes
- Black cultural resilience· personal struggles· hip-hop legacy
- Moods
- Introspective
- Career context
- When 'King's Disease' was released in August 2020, Nas was at a significant phase in his career, celebrating over two decades since his groundbreaking debut 'Illmatic'. This album marked his first collaboration with producer Hit-Boy and showcased a renewed creative energy, positioning it as a pivotal moment following the mixed reception of his previous album, 'Nasir', in 2018.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jay-Z· Rakim· The Notorious B.I.G.
Tracklist
- 1 King’s Disease Start here 1:51
- 2 Blue Benz 2:21
- 3 Car #85 3:28
- 4 Ultra Black 3:18
- 5 27 Summers 1:42
- 6 Replace Me 2:50
- 7 Til the War Is Won 3:21
- 8 All Bad 3:48
- 9 The Definition 2:01
- 10 Full Circle 3:51
- 11 10 Points 3:04
- 12 The Cure 3:52
- 13 Spicy 2:46
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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