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Mixtape Messiah 4

Chamillionaire · 2008

118 min · 37 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant mix of Southern hip-hop swagger layered with introspective lyrics and clever wordplay.

Why this album works

'Mixtape Messiah 4' is notable for its critical acclaim within the hip-hop community, showcasing Chamillionaire's lyrical dexterity and solidifying his status as a prominent figure in Southern rap. The mixtape gained significant attention on platforms like DatPiff, further influencing the mixtape culture that was burgeoning at the time.
Best for
wave-like pacing with interludes introspective moments between swagger dynamic flow keeps engagement
Context
By the time Chamillionaire released 'Mixtape Messiah 4' in January 2008, he was transitioning from mainstream success with his Grammy-winning album 'The Sound of Revenge' (2005) to a more independent approach. This mixtape served as a showcase for his lyrical prowess and creativity while he navigated the changing landscape of the music industry.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 The Horror Flick (intro) 3:57
  • 2 Go Hard 5:05
  • 3 Fire Drill 1:05
  • 4 Roll Call Reloaded 5:05
  • 5 The Real Thang 3:53
  • 6 All Around the World 4:18
  • 7 Do It for H Town Standout 5:51
  • 8 Skit 1 (Roy Wood Jr) 1:22
  • 9 Internet Nerds Revenge Standout 3:36
  • 10 Fire 3:22
  • 11 Hero 3:52
  • 12 My Dream 4:16
  • 13 Bay Area (skit) 0:43
  • 14 Gotta Be Playa 4:41
  • 15 Not Your Baby 0:58
  • 16 Answer Machine 3 3:24
  • 17 The Greatest 2:07
  • 18 Skit 2 (Roy Wood Jr) 1:29
  • 19 On the Grind Homie 3:54
  • 20 My Life Standout 4:48
  • 21 Middle Finger Up 3:53

Disc 2

  • 1 What the Business Is 3:19
  • 2 Who Hotter Than Me 3:18
  • 3 Lovin’ What Ya See 3:00
  • 4 Cadillac & Benz 3:29
  • 5 Put on for Houston 4:03
  • 6 She’s Watchin’ Me (skit) 0:24
  • 7 I’d Rather Get Bread 3:49
  • 8 Fire Drill Skill 0:56
  • 9 Flow So Sick 0:51
  • 10 Top Down Money Up 3:43
  • 11 Block on Smash 2:56
  • 12 Never 2:00
  • 13 Diamonds Exposed Break 3:31
  • 14 2 Real 4:25
  • 15 2 MPH 4:40
  • 16 This Isn’t Life 2:54

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