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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mariah Carey· Drake· Linkin Park· Beyoncé· Lana Del Rey· Jennifer Lopez· LL Cool J· Miley Cyrus
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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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