Rap Album One
Jonwayne · 2013
38 min · 11 tracks · alternative hip-hop
An introspective blend of alternative hip-hop that fuses raw lyricism with experimental soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Can Love Me When I’m Dead — This track encapsulates the album's themes of vulnerability and existential reflection, presenting a stark contrast between its somber lyrics and atmospheric production.
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Reflection — Here, Jonwayne delves into personal struggles and self-examination, utilizing a haunting beat that complements his introspective lyrics beautifully.
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Black Magic — With its compelling narrative and intricate wordplay, this track showcases Jonwayne's skillful balance of humor and darkness, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Jonwayne's debut showcases unique lyrical depth and experimental soundscapes, establishing his voice in alternative hip-hop.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken word intro that sets a reflective tone, followed by tracks that blend intricate lyricism with minimalist production.
- Several tracks feature unconventional song structures, such as 'The Come Up, Part 1' and 'The Come Up, Part 2', which flow into each other without a clear break.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Reflection
The verse shifts in tone as it juxtaposes past regrets with present aspirations, revealing layers of complexity in Jonwayne's self-perception.
This structural choice deepens the emotional impact by contrasting memories with future hopes, allowing listeners to experience the tension between regret and redemption.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 After the Calm 4:36
- 2 You Can Love Me When I’m Dead 3:58
- 3 Find Me in the Future 2:48
- 4 The Come Up, Part 1 2:44
- 5 The Come Up, Part 2 2:22
- 6 Yung Grammar 2:55
- 7 Reflection 4:50
- 8 Zeroh’s Song 3:55
- 9 How to Be a Gemini 3:00
- 10 Black Magic 3:03
- 11 Sandals 4:02
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