Revenge
XXXTentacion · 2017
18 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock
A raw and emotive blend of trap beats, punk influences, and introspective lyrics that explore themes of pain and alienation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Look at Me! Start here — This track serves as the anthem of XXXTentacion's rise, with its aggressive delivery contrasting sharply with vulnerable themes of betrayal and self-doubt.
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I Don't Wanna Do This Anymore — Here, the artist delves into feelings of despair and existential dread, capturing the emotional essence that resonates throughout the mixtape.
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Slipknot — This song showcases a heavier sound infused with punk elements, reflecting XXXTentacion’s genre-blending style while addressing themes of inner turmoil.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends genres effectively but has uneven execution and thematic depth.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent use of heavy bass and distorted vocals, establishing an aggressive tone that shifts in the fourth track to a more melodic approach.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Slipknot', which transitions from a slow build-up to a frenetic climax.
- The lyrics across the album frequently address themes of emotional turmoil and isolation, with varying vocal delivery styles that range from spoken word to melodic singing.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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5/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
- raw emotional outbursts throughout
- short bursts of intensity
- ideal for quick listening sessions
- cathartic release of frustration
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
- seek polished, structured tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This mixtape solidified XXXTentacion's place in the music scene post-viral success.
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2017, 'Revenge' marks XXXTentacion's breakthrough mixtape following his debut single 'Look at Me!' which gained significant viral attention. This collection solidified his place in the SoundCloud rap scene, showcasing his diverse influences and emotional vulnerability during a formative period in his career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lil Peep· Juice WRLD· Trippie Redd
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Don't Wanna Do This Anymore
The narrator shifts from expressing anger to deep sadness, revealing vulnerability through stark confessions about feeling trapped in their own mind.
This transition enhances the emotional weight of the track, as it starkly contrasts with earlier aggression, emphasizing the complexity of mental health struggles.
Tracklist
- 1 Look at Me! Start here 2:06
- 2 I Don't Wanna Do This Anymore 1:27
- 3 Looking for a Star 2:17
- 4 Valentine 2:32
- 5 King 1:52
- 6 Slipknot 3:29
- 7 YuNg BrAtZ 1:41
- 8 RIP Roach 2:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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