Love, Hell or Right
Mathematics · 2003
63 min · 21 tracks · hip-hop
A gritty exploration of urban life, blending sharp lyricism with hard-hitting beats and a touch of streetwise humor.
Top tracks — play these first
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Pimpology 101 — This track encapsulates the album's blend of humor and hard truths about street culture, showcasing Mathematics' sharp lyrical style and production skills.
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Respect Mine — With its assertive lyrics demanding respect and recognition, this track highlights the album's central themes of self-assertion and pride within the hip-hop community.
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Gangsta — This track delivers a powerful narrative on the complexities of gang life, underscoring Mathematics' ability to blend storytelling with impactful beats.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Gangsta
The song shifts from a narrative perspective to directly addressing the listener about the harsh realities of gang involvement.
This direct address serves to break the fourth wall, compelling the audience to confront the realities often glamorized in hip-hop.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:41
- 2 Pimpology 101 4:55
- 3 Thank U 4:18
- 4 Message to a Blackman (skit) 0:50
- 5 Jus Can't Luv 3:43
- 6 Return of Da Cobra (skit) 0:56
- 7 Hav Mercy 3:35
- 8 Respect Mine 3:55
- 9 Da Heist (skit) 1:16
- 10 Gangsta 4:58
- 11 Da Great Seige 3:44
- 12 Message From a Blackman (skit) 0:34
- 13 Real Talk (Pop's Song) 2:54
- 14 Hip Hop 101 3:21
- 15 Queens Day 88 4:42
- 16 Alwayz N.Y. 4:39
- 17 Gun Talk 2:31
- 18 … On Da Radio (skit) 2:00
- 19 Pimp Party 4:41
- 20 Outro 0:52
- 21 The Way We Were 4:27
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