Released 16 years ago this October
Monster
Professor Green · 2010
7 min · 2 tracks · hip-hop
A fusion of UK garage beats and introspective lyrics creates a haunting atmosphere that captures the struggles of self-identity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Monster — This title track combines a catchy hook with deeply personal lyrics that explore themes of anxiety and self-doubt, making it a defining piece for the artist.
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Monster (Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs remix) — The remix adds an electronic twist to the original, showcasing the versatility of the track while appealing to a broader audience within dance music circles.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single combines introspective lyrics with UK garage beats, showcasing unique storytelling within its genre.
What we noticed
- The track features a steady UK garage beat that underpins introspective verses, creating a contrast between rhythm and lyrical content.
- The lyrics explore themes of self-identity and struggle, delivered with a conversational flow that enhances the storytelling aspect.
- The remix included offers a different interpretation of the original track, emphasizing electronic elements while maintaining the core message.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This single marked Professor Green's rise in UK hip-hop and wider recognition.
- Themes
- self-identity struggles· anxiety in urban life
- Career context
- In 2010, Professor Green was establishing himself as a significant voice in UK hip-hop with the release of 'Monster,' his first single from the album 'Alive Till I'm Dead.' Following his breakthrough with the mixtape 'The Green Room,' this single marked a step into mainstream recognition, showcasing his distinctive blend of rap and melodic hooks.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Monster 3:08
- 2 Monster (Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs remix) 4:33
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