Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid craftsmanship with engaging vocal interplay and sampling but lacks standout tracks for lasting impact.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of call-and-response between the two vocalists, creating a dynamic interplay throughout the tracks.
  • Several tracks incorporate samples from classic funk and soul records, which are layered under the rapping to enhance the grooves.
  • The tempo varies across the album, with some tracks maintaining a laid-back feel while others pick up the pace for more energetic 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
6/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Early to Rise 2:36
  • 2 Something I Can't Explain 6:06
  • 3 Perfect Harmony 3:00
  • 4 We Are No. 1 3:35
  • 5 No Delayin' 3:38
  • 6 Funky for You 3:58
  • 7 Skill Trade 4:53
  • 8 More and More Hits 4:01
  • 9 Ooh Child 2:39
  • 10 Hit Me 2:58
  • 11 Gold 2:43
  • 12 Dope Not Hype 3:58
  • 13 Nice and Smooth 4:07
  • 14 Dope on a Rope 3:24
  • 15 Sum Pimped Out Shit 3:02

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata