What makes Mile High by Kottonmouth Kings notable?

The album debuted at #38 on the Billboard 200, reflecting a solid commercial performance despite the group's earlier peak years. It contributed to the ongoing stoner rap movement and reinforced the Kings' reputation for cultivating a cannabis-centric culture within their music. Released in early 2012, 'Mile High' marked the Kottonmouth Kings' ninth studio album, showcasing their established presence in the hip-hop scene. At this point, the group was navigating a period of fluctuating popularity while maintaining their distinctive sound that merges hip-hop with elements of rock and reggae.

Who is Mile High for?

Mile High works well if you're into laid-back grooves for relaxation, for social gatherings and wave-like pacing with peaks.

How many songs are on Mile High?

Mile High has 20 tracks, running approximately 91 minutes.

Mile High

Kottonmouth Kings · 2012

91 min · 20 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of party anthems and laid-back stoner vibes, laced with catchy hooks and playful wordplay.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Roll Us a Joint — This track encapsulates the album's carefree spirit, with its infectious chorus emphasizing camaraderie and the joy of shared experiences around marijuana culture.
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Get Some — With its aggressive beat and assertive lyrics, this track showcases the group's signature style, blending anthemic energy with a rebellious attitude that resonates with their fanbase.
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Green Dreams (Mile High) — This song serves as a thematic centerpiece of the album, creatively exploring themes of aspiration and high living through vivid imagery tied to cannabis culture.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

38 /100

Lowland

Higher than 0% of albums we've rated

The album maintains a party atmosphere but lacks depth and innovation, making it less impactful over time.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of upbeat tempos, with the majority of tracks maintaining a party vibe.
The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a noticeable shift in energy towards the end of the album.
There is a recurring theme of cannabis culture throughout the lyrics, which aligns with the group's established identity.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 5/10
Durability 25% of the score: 4/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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

laid-back grooves for relaxation
for social gatherings
wave-like pacing with peaks
cannabis culture celebration vibes
dynamic journey through themes

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification tracks
prefer concise, standalone songs

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Solid entry in their catalog, but not a standout for new listeners or critical acclaim.
Career context: Released in early 2012, 'Mile High' marked the Kottonmouth Kings' ninth studio album, showcasing their established presence in the hip-hop scene. At this point, the group was navigating a period of fluctuating popularity while maintaining their distinctive sound that merges hip-hop with elements of rock and reggae.
Stylistic neighbors: Cypress Hill· Insane Clown Posse· Luniz