PL3DGE
Killer Mike · 2011
56 min · 15 tracks · gospel music
A vibrant fusion of Southern hip-hop, sharp political commentary, and introspective storytelling delivered with Killer Mike's dynamic flow.
Top tracks — play these first
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God in the Building II — This track encapsulates Killer Mike's blend of personal reflection and broader societal critique, showcasing his ability to weave storytelling with themes of resilience.
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American Dream — In this song, Killer Mike addresses the disillusionment with the American dream, using sharp visuals to expose socio-economic disparities prevalent in society.
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Burn — The intensity of this track captures an urgency for change, as Killer Mike delivers powerful verses that challenge systemic injustices and call for accountability.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic hip-hop with introspective storytelling, showcasing Killer Mike's lyrical prowess and production quality.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a high energy level with driving beats and assertive lyrics, while the subsequent tracks introduce more introspective themes and varied tempos.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response elements that enhance the communal feel of the gospel influence.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- political themes for engaged listeners
- uplifting messages with personal depth
- consistent progression throughout tracks
- evening drive with thoughtful vibes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek purely upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time PL3DGE was released in 2011, Killer Mike had already established himself as a prominent voice in Atlanta hip-hop through collaborations and earlier projects. This album came after his critically acclaimed work on the collaboration album R.A.P. Music with El-P and marked a pivotal moment leading towards his eventual mainstream breakout in the mid-2010s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- El-P· Run the Jewels· Big K.R.I.T.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 So Glorious 3:43
- 2 That's Life II 3:47
- 3 Ric Flair 3:37
- 4 Ready Set Go 3:42
- 5 Burn 4:16
- 6 Go Out on the Town 5:06
- 7 God in the Building II 4:33
- 8 Players Lullaby 4:06
- 9 Animal 3:58
- 10 American Dream Prelude 1:08
- 11 American Dream 2:13
- 12 Everything (Hold You Down) 3:08
- 13 Follow Your Dreams 4:29
- 14 Swimming 4:01
- 15 Ready Set Go (remix) 4:51
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