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Mutant

Twiztid · 2005

47 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop

A chaotic blend of horrorcore and rap rock that juxtaposes dark themes with energetic beats and aggressive delivery.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Get Off of Me! — This track exemplifies Twiztid's signature mix of aggressive lyrics and infectious hooks, showcasing their ability to balance humor with darker themes.
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    Madness — With its frenetic pace and intense lyrical delivery, this song captures the album's chaotic essence and delivers a powerful commentary on mental struggle.
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    The Truth Will Set You Free — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics that delve into personal struggles, contrasting the album's more humorous moments with depth and vulnerability.
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    Starve Your Fear — Combining haunting beats with motivational lyrics, this song encourages listeners to confront their fears, making it a pivotal moment on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends horrorcore themes with energetic beats, showcasing strong lyrical imagery but varying cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a spoken word intro that sets a dark tone, followed by aggressive beats and rapid-fire verses in the first three tracks.
  • Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, such as 'Get Off of Me!' which transitions from a fast-paced delivery to a slower, more menacing beat.
  • The lyrics often employ horror-themed imagery and storytelling, with tracks like 'Jenny's a Fat Bitch' using shock value to convey their messages.
  • The final track, 'Note 2 Self', serves as a reflective conclusion, contrasting the chaotic energy of earlier songs with a more subdued delivery.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energy for focused listening
  • dark humor with introspective themes
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • chaotic bursts of emotional release
  • in-order listening enhances experience

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, immersive albums
  • seek light-hearted, upbeat vibes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Established Twiztid's influence in the horrorcore genre and gained notable attention.
Career context
Released in 2005, Mutant marked Twiztid's sixth studio album, following their 2004 release, Cryptic Collection: A Collection of Rare Tracks. This period was significant as they were solidifying their place in the underground hip-hop scene, continuing to cultivate a loyal fanbase while expanding their sound. The album showcased their artistic evolution with more complex production and thematic depth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Transformation of a New Civilization 2:47
  • 2 Get Off of Me! 3:40
  • 3 Stardust 3:56
  • 4 Familiar 3:16
  • 5 Madness 3:58
  • 6 Fuck U, Part 2 1:00
  • 7 Jenny's a Fat Bitch 0:34
  • 8 Fantasy 3:38
  • 9 Who Am I 2:22
  • 10 The Truth Will Set You Free 3:47
  • 11 Respirator 4:03
  • 12 Thriple Threat 3:12
  • 13 Starve Your Fear 3:01
  • 14 Manikin 3:37
  • 15 Note 2 Self 4:08

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