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Meow the Jewels

Run the Jewels · 2015

42 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop

A playful reimagining of hip-hop, blending cat-themed samples with infectious beats and clever wordplay.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Oh My Darling Don’t Meow — This track cleverly repurposes the original's narrative while maintaining its energy, exemplifying how humor can coexist with impactful lyricism.
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    Pawfluffer Night — The infectious beat combined with whimsical cat-themed lyrics creates a lighthearted yet memorable experience that captures the album's spirit.
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    All Meow Life — This track showcases the duo's lyrical agility, transforming serious themes into an engaging narrative filled with feline references.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album creatively reimagines existing material with humor and distinct production choices.

What we noticed

  • Each track incorporates cat-themed samples, creating a whimsical atmosphere that contrasts with the typical hip-hop sound.
  • The album features playful reinterpretations of existing tracks from Run the Jewels' previous work, maintaining the original lyrics while altering the production.
  • The pacing varies, with some tracks maintaining a steady tempo while others introduce unexpected shifts in rhythm and style.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful vibes for lighthearted moments
  • short bursts of infectious fun
  • for casual listening
  • humorous tracks to share
  • great for a quirky party

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer serious, heavy themes
  • seek deep lyrical introspection

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2015, Meow the Jewels is a remix album by Run the Jewels, following their acclaimed second album, RTJ2. At this point in their career, the duo had established themselves as a prominent force in contemporary hip-hop, known for their sharp lyrics and innovative production.
Stylistic neighbors
Death Grips· Danny Brown· Aesop Rock

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Meowpurrdy 3:47
  • 2 Oh My Darling Don’t Meow 3:47
  • 3 Pawfluffer Night 2:43
  • 4 Close Your Eyes and Meow to Fluff 3:50
  • 5 All Meow Life 3:08
  • 6 Lie, Cheat, Meow 3:17

Disc 2

  • 1 Meowrly 3:35
  • 2 Paw Due Respect 3:11
  • 3 Snug Again 3:57
  • 4 Creown 2:45
  • 5 Angelsnuggler 3:54
  • 6 Creown 4:07

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