Perfect Hair
Busdriver · 2014
46 min · 10 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · underground hip-hop
A kaleidoscopic blend of rapid-fire lyrics, eclectic beats, and surreal storytelling that defies genre boundaries.
Why this album works
'Perfect Hair' received critical acclaim for its innovative sound and thought-provoking lyrics, earning a spot on several year-end lists. Additionally, it helped solidify Busdriver's place within the underground hip-hop scene, influencing a wave of artists exploring similar abstract and experimental approaches.
- Best for
- steady progression with thoughtful climax kaleidoscopic storytelling and lyrics playful surrealism in every track
- Context
- By the time 'Perfect Hair' was released in 2014, Busdriver had already established himself as a unique voice in experimental hip-hop, following his 2012 album 'Beaus$Eros'. This album represents a continued evolution of his style, showcasing his lyrical dexterity and willingness to tackle complex themes with humor and introspection.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mariah Carey· Drake· Linkin Park· Beyoncé· Lana Del Rey· LL Cool J· Miley Cyrus· Jennifer Lopez
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Retirement Ode 3:20
- 2 Bliss Point 3:35
- 3 Ego Death Standout 6:00
- 4 Upsweep 4:28
- 5 When the Tooth-Lined Horizon Blinks 4:09
- 6 Motion Lines 5:12
- 7 Eat Rich Standout 3:09
- 8 King Cookie Faced (for Her) 4:06
- 9 Can't You Tell I'm a Sociopath Standout 3:10
- 10 Colonize the Moon 9:50
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