What makes No Dope on Sundays by Cyhi the Prynce notable?

The album received widespread acclaim for its lyrical depth and production quality, showcasing Cyhi's storytelling abilities. It charted on the Billboard 200, affirming his place in contemporary hip-hop and influencing a new wave of artists focused on authenticity. No Dope on Sundays marks Cyhi the Prynce's debut studio album, following a series of well-received mixtapes and his contributions to Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music label. At this point in his career, Cyhi was transitioning from being a respected ghostwriter to stepping into the spotlight as a solo artist.

How many songs are on No Dope on Sundays?

No Dope on Sundays has 15 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

No Dope on Sundays

Cyhi the Prynce · 2017

73 min · 15 tracks · hip-hop

A reflective blend of soulful production and sharp lyricism that grapples with personal struggles and societal issues.

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Top tracks — play these first

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No Dope on Sundays — This title track encapsulates the album's core theme of navigating temptation and resilience against a backdrop of personal and societal challenges.
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Get Yo Money — This track highlights Cyhi's ability to deliver motivational messages while addressing real-life struggles, blending catchy hooks with introspective verses.
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God Bless Your Heart — Here, Cyhi offers a vulnerable reflection on relationships and personal loss, showcasing his emotional range and lyrical prowess.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong lyricism and production but has some uneven pacing across its length.

What we noticed

The album opens with a spoken intro that sets a reflective tone, followed by tracks that blend personal narratives with social commentary.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response elements, enhancing the storytelling aspect.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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 Amen (intro) 4:55
2 No Dope on Sundays 6:22
3 Get Yo Money 5:29
4 Movin’ Around 4:18
5 Trick Me 4:34
6 Murda 4:04
7 Don’t Know Why 6:05
8 God Bless Your Heart 3:17
9 Dat Side 4:20
10 Looking for Love 4:51
11 Nu Africa 6:13
12 Free 4:50
13 80’s Baby 4:48
14 Closer 3:53
15 I’m Fine 5:06

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