Politics as Usual
Termanology · 2008
45 min · 13 tracks · hip-hop
A gritty blend of street narratives and personal reflections set against hard-hitting beats and sharp lyrical delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Watch How It Go Down — This track showcases Termanology's ability to weave vivid street tales with compelling storytelling, highlighting both aspiration and struggle.
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Hood Shit — In this track, Termanology embraces his roots, blending catchy hooks with sharp lyrics that reflect the realities of life in urban neighborhoods.
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We Killin’ Ourselves — This song stands out for its poignant critique of self-destructive behaviors within communities, offering both a mirror and a call to action.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong lyrical content and varied pacing but lacks a fully cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent tempo with hard-hitting beats, while the second half introduces slower tracks that allow for more introspection.
- Lyrical themes shift from street narratives to personal reflections, often within the same track, creating a dynamic contrast.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal deliveries, where Termanology alternates between rapid-fire verses and more melodic hooks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gritty urban storytelling vibes
- sharp lyricism with urgency
- engaging beats for active listening
- late-night city drive soundtrack
- reflective moments amidst intensity
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of mellow soundscapes
- prefer polished mainstream production
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Termanology released Politics as Usual in 2008, he was establishing himself in the hip-hop scene after his debut album, which garnered attention. This sophomore effort marked a critical moment as he sought to solidify his voice and address socio-political issues through his music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joey Bada$$· Freddie Gibbs· Action Bronson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It’s Time 0:52
- 2 Watch How It Go Down 4:00
- 3 Respect My Walk 3:03
- 4 Hood Shit 3:55
- 5 Float 3:15
- 6 Please Don’t Go 4:27
- 7 How We Rock 3:57
- 8 Drugs, Crime & Gorillaz 3:51
- 9 In the Streets 3:53
- 10 So Amazing 3:52
- 11 Sorry I Lied to You 3:03
- 12 We Killin’ Ourselves 3:58
- 13 The Chosen (Resurrecting the Game) 3:25
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