Mr. Philadelphia
75 min · 23 tracks · trap music
A gritty blend of street narratives and hard-hitting beats, reflecting the resilience of urban life.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hate Is My Motivator — This track encapsulates Meek's drive to succeed despite adversity, blending motivational themes with a powerful delivery that resonates throughout the mixtape.
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Hard in da Paint — The aggressive production coupled with Meek's fierce lyrics makes this track a standout anthem reflecting his determination and street credibility.
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Bullet Wit Ya Name — This track showcases Meek's storytelling ability, painting vivid images of street life and the consequences that come with it, all wrapped in a captivating flow.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of energetic anthems
- motivational tracks for workouts
- party-friendly vibes with friends
- immediate gratification in quick tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
- want introspective, slow moments
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked Meek Mill's entry into the mainstream rap scene.
- Career context
- Released in 2012, Mr. Philadelphia is Meek Mill's first major mixtape after signing with Rick Ross's Maybach Music Group. This project followed his breakthrough album, Dreams and Nightmares, solidifying his position in the East Coast hip-hop scene and showcasing his growth as an artist.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Hate Is My Motivator
The verses detail the struggles faced in pursuit of success, employing a confident tone that addresses naysayers directly.
The direct confrontation with critics shifts the narrative from vulnerability to empowerment, marking a key moment in establishing Meek's resilient persona.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love My Team 2:27
- 2 Indian Bounce 2:26
- 3 Rose Red (remix) 3:12
- 4 Hate Is My Motivator 3:26
- 5 Hard in da Paint 4:45
- 6 Legggo 3:11
- 7 Miss Me 2:46
- 8 Light Up a Candle 3:46
- 9 This Is How We Do It 4:49
- 10 Raw 2:09
- 11 Power 2:44
- 12 Ain't Gonan Sleep 4:00
- 13 Throw It Back 2:22
- 14 Ballin 2:54
- 15 Hardbody 3:48
- 16 Bricks 2:48
- 17 Banned From TV 2:41
- 18 Where Dey Do Dat 3:22
- 19 Dope Boy 4:08
- 20 Gotta Get It 2:29
- 21 Show Out 2:12
- 22 Stuck in da Trap 4:20
- 23 Bullet Wit Ya Name 4:19
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