Only the Generals Gon Understand
Kevin Gates · 2019
18 min · 6 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A raw exploration of personal struggles set against gritty Southern beats and introspective lyricism.
Why this album works
The album received significant attention for its unfiltered storytelling and debuted at number 17 on the Billboard 200 chart. Additionally, it showcased Gates' ability to blend vulnerability with bravado, influencing emerging artists within the Southern rap scene.
- Best for
- short energetic listening experience introspective themes of struggle front-loaded intensity and urgency
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2019, 'Only the Generals Gon Understand' marks Kevin Gates' return after a brief hiatus following his 2017 album, 'Islah'. At this point in his career, Gates was establishing himself as a prominent voice in Southern hip-hop, navigating both personal challenges and the evolving landscape of the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Drake· Miley Cyrus· Lana Del Rey· Beyoncé· Ariana Grande· Linkin Park· Chris Brown· Mary J. Blige
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Big Gangsta Standout 4:03
- 2 Yukatán 3:01
- 3 Luv Bug Standout 3:05
- 4 Rich Off 1:32
- 5 World Luv Standout 3:28
- 6 Case Closed 3:19
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