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Playboi Carti

Playboi Carti · 2017

46 min · 15 tracks · trap music · alternative hip-hop · Southern hip-hop

An experimental blend of minimalist beats and catchy, chant-like hooks that redefine Southern rap aesthetics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energy for social settings
  • chant-like hooks for group enjoyment
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • consistent vibe throughout listening
  • playful irreverence in lyrical style

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, narrative-driven pieces
  • seek deep introspection and calm

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in April 2017, this self-titled mixtape marked Playboi Carti's debut project, positioning him as a key figure in the SoundCloud rap scene. At this time, he was gaining momentum following his breakout single 'Magnolia,' which helped solidify his unique style and artistic vision.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Location 2:48
  • 2 Magnolia 3:01
  • 3 Lookin 3:03
  • 4 wokeuplikethis* 3:55
  • 5 Let It Go 2:30
  • 6 Half & Half 3:47
  • 7 New Choppa 2:06
  • 8 Other Shit 2:48
  • 9 NO. 9 3:19
  • 10 dothatshit! 3:04
  • 11 Lame Niggaz 2:53
  • 12 Yah Mean 2:45
  • 13 Flex 4:00
  • 14 Kelly K 4:31
  • 15 Had 2 2:19

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