Nasty
Rico Nasty · 2018
36 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop
A riotous blend of punk-infused beats and fierce lyricism, embodying a raw energy and unapologetic attitude.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bitch I’m Nasty — The opening track sets the tone with its confrontational lyrics and aggressive production, establishing Rico's fierce persona right from the start.
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Ice Cream — With its catchy hook and playful delivery, this track showcases Rico's ability to blend humor with sharp lyrical content, highlighting her versatility.
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Rage — This track captures the raw intensity of Rico's artistry, featuring high-energy production that mirrors her dynamic performance style and emotional honesty.
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Oreo — In Oreo, Rico explores themes of identity and self-acceptance, delivering a powerful message wrapped in infectious beats that resonate with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Rico Nasty's 'Nasty' showcases a unique blend of punk and hip-hop, marked by energetic production and fierce lyricism.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature aggressive beats and rapid-fire delivery, establishing a high-energy tone that persists through much of the album.
- Several tracks incorporate punk elements, such as distorted guitar riffs and shouted vocals, blending genres in a distinctive way.
- The album's pacing varies, with moments of intense energy followed by slower, more introspective tracks that allow for brief reflection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- quick bursts of fierce energy
- empowering anthems for self-assertion
- steady flow with emotional peaks
- for high-energy moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, reflective music
- want lengthy immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 15, 2018, Nasty was Rico Nasty's breakthrough mixtape following her earlier projects like Tales of Tacobella. By this point in her career, Rico had gained significant attention for her unique sound and visual style, positioning herself as an influential figure in the underground rap scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tierra Whack· CupcakKe· Denzel Curry
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Trust Issues
Rico shifts from braggadocio to vulnerability, revealing insecurities amidst a hard-hitting beat.
This contrast between bravado and introspection deepens the emotional impact of the song, showcasing her skill at navigating complex feelings.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bitch I’m Nasty 1:31
- 2 Countin’ Up 2:30
- 3 Trust Issues 3:17
- 4 In the Air 2:58
- 5 Pressing Me 2:42
- 6 Ice Cream 2:10
- 7 Oreo 2:55
- 8 Hockey 2:33
- 9 Won’t Change 2:31
- 10 Life Back 2:24
- 11 Transformer 3:01
- 12 Why Oh Why 2:35
- 13 Rage 2:20
- 14 Lala 2:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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