Relax
Das Racist · 2011
50 min · 14 tracks · alternative hip-hop
A playful blend of absurdist humor and eclectic beats that challenges hip-hop conventions with a self-aware, irreverent style.
Top tracks — play these first
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Relax — The title track encapsulates the album's ethos with its catchy hook and laid-back vibe while addressing themes of anxiety and expectation in modern life.
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Michael Jackson — This track cleverly navigates celebrity culture through a lens of irony, showcasing Das Racist's signature blend of humor and critique.
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Punjabi Song — With its infectious beat and playful lyrics, this song exemplifies the group's knack for blending cultural references while maintaining an accessible groove.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Das Racist's debut blends humor and eclectic beats, showcasing a unique voice in alternative hip-hop.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a repetitive hook and layered vocal samples, setting a playful tone.
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional structures, such as abrupt tempo changes and unexpected beat switches, particularly in 'Michael Jackson' and 'Happy Rappy'.
- The lyrics often employ absurdist humor and cultural references, creating a distinct narrative style that challenges traditional hip-hop themes.
- 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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6/10
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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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Relax 4:29
- 2 Michael Jackson 4:17
- 3 Brand New Dance 3:02
- 4 Middle of the Cake 3:45
- 5 Girl 3:24
- 6 Shut Up, Man 3:39
- 7 Happy Rappy 2:21
- 8 Booty in the Air 3:46
- 9 Power 4:50
- 10 Punjabi Song 3:33
- 11 Selena 3:38
- 12 Rainbow in the Dark 3:51
- 13 The Trick 3:02
- 14 Celebration 2:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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