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Mobile Estates

Citizen King · 1999

42 min · 13 tracks · hip-hop

A fusion of hip-hop grooves and rock instrumentation creates a buoyant soundtrack for exploration and introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Better Days (And the Bottom Drops Out) — This track became a breakout hit, showcasing the band's ability to merge catchy hooks with insightful lyrics about optimism and resilience amidst struggles.
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    Under the Influence — The lively rhythm and engaging lyrical narrative set the tone for the album, reflecting both the band's playful energy and relatable themes of escapism.
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    Basement Show — With its raw energy and vivid storytelling, this track captures the essence of underground music culture while highlighting Citizen King's roots in live performance.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Better Days (And the Bottom Drops Out)

    The moment shifts from personal reflections to collective hope, capturing a sense of shared struggle while looking toward brighter futures.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Under the Influence 4:22
  • 2 Better Days (And the Bottom Drops Out) 3:27
  • 3 Safety Pin 3:45
  • 4 Jalopy Style 3:13
  • 5 Basement Show 3:49
  • 6 Smokescreen 3:28
  • 7 The Milky Way 0:46
  • 8 Long Walk Home 3:00
  • 9 Skeleton Key 4:37
  • 10 Closed for the Weekend 2:56
  • 11 Salt Bag Spill 2:14
  • 12 Billhilly 3:28
  • 13 Checkout Line 3:36

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