Rap Album Two
Jonwayne · 2017
44 min · 12 tracks · alternative hip-hop
A reflective exploration of personal struggles layered over inventive beats and an alternative hip-hop aesthetic.
Top tracks — play these first
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TED Talk — Kicking off the album with a spoken word feel, this track sets the tone for a candid exploration of self-doubt and ambition, embodying Jonwayne's unique style.
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Human Condition — This track delves into existential themes, presenting a raw vulnerability that resonates throughout the album while showcasing Jonwayne's lyrical prowess.
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Afraid of Us — At seven minutes long, this closing track encapsulates the album’s emotional journey, blending intricate production with profound reflections on relationships and fear.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong lyrical depth and innovative production, marking Jonwayne's evolution in alternative hip-hop.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build in intensity, while the second half shifts to more introspective and subdued themes.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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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Human Condition
A pivotal moment where the narrative shifts from personal reflection to questioning societal expectations, creating a stark contrast in tone.
This shift highlights the tension between individual struggles and external pressures, deepening the thematic complexity of the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 TED Talk 3:47
- 2 LIVE from the Fuck You 2:54
- 3 Human Condition 3:21
- 4 Out of Sight 4:27
- 5 The Single 1:39
- 6 Paper 3:22
- 7 City Lights 3:53
- 8 Rainbow 3:08
- 9 Afraid of Us 7:24
- 10 Blue Green 3:43
- 11 Hills 1:48
- 12 These Words Are Everything 5:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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