Made in Jaffna
Shan Vincent de Paul · 2021
43 min · 14 tracks
A vibrant fusion of hip-hop, R&B, and South Asian sounds that explores identity and resilience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Made in Jaffna — The title track sets the tone for the album, directly connecting Shan's heritage with his artistic vision through its energetic beats and compelling lyrics.
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Afterlife — This track combines introspective lyrics with a haunting melody, exploring themes of legacy and existence that encapsulate the album's emotional depth.
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One Hundred Thousand Flowers — With rich imagery and metaphorical language, this song highlights Shan's lyrical prowess while addressing growth and healing within personal and cultural contexts.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends hip-hop and R&B with South Asian sounds, showcasing strong craftsmanship and cultural depth.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong title track that sets a rhythmic pace, followed by several tracks that alternate between upbeat tempos and slower, reflective moments.
- Vocals often feature layered harmonies, with Shan Vincent de Paul alternating between rapping and singing, creating a dynamic vocal presence throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional South Asian instruments alongside modern production techniques, blending genres in a way that highlights cultural influences.
- 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
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Made in Jaffna 4:16
- 2 Days Like This 2:40
- 3 Afterlife 3:18
- 4 Hard Times 2:21
- 5 Savage 2:21
- 6 Creep Slow 2:53
- 7 One Hundred Thousand Flowers 2:51
- 8 Neeye Oli 3:57
- 9 Hangin’ on 2:58
- 10 Star Crossed 2:04
- 11 Uyire 2:18
- 12 Heaven 3:16
- 13 Seeds 3:47
- 14 Die Iconic 2 4:02
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