What makes Roll with the New by Chris Rock notable?

Roll with the New received critical acclaim for its incisive social commentary, particularly on race relations in America. The album peaked at number 18 on the Billboard 200 chart and further established Rock's influence as a cultural commentator during a politically charged era. Released in 2004, Roll with the New marked Chris Rock's third stand-up album, following his acclaimed Bigger & Blacker. At this point in his career, Rock had solidified his status as a leading voice in comedy, leveraging his experience from television and film to enhance his live performances.

How many songs are on Roll with the New?

Roll with the New has 20 tracks, running approximately 69 minutes.

Roll with the New

Chris Rock

69 min · 20 tracks

A provocative blend of sharp satire and personal anecdotes, delivered with Chris Rock's signature comedic timing.

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Niggas vs. Black People — This lengthy track serves as a bold exploration of racial identity and societal perceptions, showcasing Rock's ability to tackle complex subjects with humor and insight.
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O.J., I Understand — In this track, Rock addresses the O.J. Simpson trial with biting humor, reflecting on public sentiment while critiquing media coverage of race-related issues.
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Champagne — Rock uses this track to delve into the absurdity of celebrity culture, combining personal anecdotes with societal observations that resonate beyond mere entertainment.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

52 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The album showcases Rock's sharp wit and social commentary but has uneven pacing due to its structure.

What we noticed

Rock employs a conversational style, often breaking the fourth wall to engage directly with the audience.
Many tracks include callbacks to earlier jokes or themes, creating a sense of continuity throughout the performance.

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

Influence 6/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Opening / Crickets 3:25
2 Marion Barry / Million Man March 2:56
3 This Show Sucks #1 0:17
4 Luther Campbell 1:06
5 Cheap Pete 2:52
6 Tossed Salad 2:35
7 Press Conference 3:36
8 O.J., I Understand 5:34
9 O.J. & O'Jays 1:42
10 Champagne 3:25
11 This Show Sucks #2 0:19
12 Niggas vs. Black People 12:42
13 I Loved the Show 2:48
14 Introducing Mary Wong 2:38
15 My Favorite Joke 5:26
16 This Show Sucks #3 0:19
17 Bad Phone Sex 3:01
18 I'm Back 0:21
19 Another Face Song 4:15
20 The Commitment Dilemma / Closing 10:31

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