What makes Rise Thru da Ranks from Earner Tugh Capo by Young Bleed notable?

This album solidified Young Bleed's place in the Southern hip-hop genre, with its tracks receiving positive responses from fans and critics alike. It showcased his unique style amidst the rise of other Southern artists in the mid-2000s, contributing to the broader recognition of dirty south hip-hop. Released in 2005, 'Rise Thru da Ranks from Earner Tugh Capo' was Young Bleed's third studio album, coming after his earlier work, 'My Own' in 2003. At this point, he was establishing himself within the Southern hip-hop scene, building on a reputation for authentic storytelling and strong lyrical presence.

How many songs are on Rise Thru da Ranks from Earner Tugh Capo?

Rise Thru da Ranks from Earner Tugh Capo has 18 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.

Rise Thru da Ranks from Earner Tugh Capo

Young Bleed · 2005

78 min · 18 tracks · hip-hop

A gritty blend of Southern drawl and hard-hitting beats, capturing the essence of street life and resilience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Ery' Day N' Our Lives — This track encapsulates the daily struggles and realities faced by individuals in urban environments, highlighting Young Bleed's storytelling prowess.
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Definition of Dopenis' — With its catchy hook and infectious beat, this song exemplifies the album's signature sound while exploring themes of success and personal identity.
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Guerilla War'fare — This track stands out for its aggressive delivery and commentary on street culture, making it a powerful anthem within the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid Southern hip-hop elements with gritty production and engaging vocals, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of Southern drawl in the vocal delivery, which is prominent across all tracks.
Each track employs hard-hitting beats that maintain a gritty texture, often layering samples and bass-heavy production.
Several tracks incorporate call-and-response elements, engaging listeners and creating a communal feel typical of Southern hip-hop.
The running time includes multiple interludes that serve to break up the flow and provide context to the themes explored in the lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Up N' at Um' 4:03
2 Off Da' Curv' 4:06
3 Round Off 3:56
4 Ery' Day N' Our Lives 4:09
5 Upsy' Daisy 3:55
6 U' Kno' I Know 3:22
7 "Bloc Bleeda" 4:20
8 Husle' w/It 4:21
9 Eva Chang'n 5:19
10 Smoke wit' Me 4:09
11 Definition of Dopenis' 4:47
12 Livin' it Up 5:26
13 Mississippi Tugh Louisiana 4:33
14 Til Da' Sun Go Down 4:46
15 Guerilla War'fare 4:33
16 Ride w/It 4:26
17 Necessary 4:39
18 Gangsta Boy 3:21

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