Released 20 years ago
Port of Miami
Rick Ross · 2006
77 min · 19 tracks · trap music
A hard-hitting blend of gritty narratives and lush production that encapsulates the opulence and struggles of street life.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hustlin’ — This track features a commanding flow and vivid storytelling about ambition and survival, becoming an anthem for perseverance in the face of adversity.
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Push It Start here — The song showcases Ross's ability to craft catchy hooks over a bass-heavy beat, establishing his signature sound that resonates throughout the album.
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Boss — 'Boss' perfectly embodies the themes of power and success prevalent in the album, cementing Ross's persona as a dominant figure in hip-hop.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong production and memorable hooks but lacks some cohesion due to its length and varied pacing.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a cinematic intro that sets a dramatic tone, followed by tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace.
- Many tracks feature layered production with orchestral elements and heavy bass, creating a lush soundscape that contrasts with the gritty lyrics.
- Several songs incorporate recurring hooks and refrains, which contribute to their catchiness and memorability.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- steady, consistent energy levels
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Rick Ross's reputation in mainstream hip-hop after 'Hustlin'.
- Career context
- Rick Ross released Port of Miami as his debut studio album in January 2006, following the success of his breakout single 'Hustlin'. At this point, he was establishing himself in the Southern hip-hop scene and aligning with influential figures in the genre, positioning him for future commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jeezy· Gucci Mane· T.I.
Tracklist
- 1 Intro 0:23
- 2 Push It Start here 3:28
- 3 Blow 4:10
- 4 Hustlin’ 4:14
- 5 Cross That Line 4:33
- 6 I’m Bad 3:53
- 7 Boss 4:40
- 8 For da Low 4:20
- 9 Where My Money (I Need That) 4:31
- 10 Get Away 4:06
- 11 Hit U From the Back 5:05
- 12 White House 4:01
- 13 Pots and Pans 4:35
- 14 It’s My Time 4:15
- 15 Street Life 4:07
- 16 Hustlin’ (remix) 4:44
- 17 It Ain’t a Problem 3:47
- 18 I’m a G 4:15
- 19 Prayer 4:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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