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Paper Trail

T.I. · 2008

76 min · 17 tracks · trap music · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop

A vibrant blend of Southern hip-hop and mainstream appeal, pulsating with confidence and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • reflective and introspective moods
  • steady, consistent energy levels

Where this album fits

Career context
When T.I. released 'Paper Trail' in 2008, he was riding high after the commercial success of his previous album 'King'. This release came shortly after a period of legal troubles, marking his return to music with a renewed focus on personal themes and commercial hits.
Stylistic neighbors
Jeezy· Gucci Mane· Lil Wayne

Tracklist

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

  • 1 56 Bars (intro) 3:02
  • 2 I'm Illy 4:07
  • 3 Ready for Whatever 5:12
  • 4 On Top of the World 5:00
  • 5 Live Your Life 5:38
  • 6 Whatever You Like 4:09
  • 7 No Matter What 5:15
  • 8 My Life Your Entertainment 4:56
  • 9 Porn Star 3:31
  • 10 Swing Ya Rag 3:18
  • 11 What Up, What's Haapnin' 5:01
  • 12 Every Chance I Get 4:49
  • 13 Swagga Like Us 5:27
  • 14 Slide Show 3:42
  • 15 You Ain't Missing Nothing 5:10
  • 16 Dead and Gone 5:01
  • 17 I Know You Missed Me 3:13

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata