Is Rolling Papers 2 a good place to start with Wiz Khalifa?

Yes, Rolling Papers 2 is recommended as a starting point for new Wiz Khalifa listeners. A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and smooth beats that celebrate indulgence and personal triumph. Released on January 1, 2018, Rolling Papers 2 is Wiz Khalifa's fifth studio album and a sequel to his breakthrough 2011 project, Rolling Papers. At this point in his career, Khalifa had solidified his status as a major figure in hip-hop, known for his laid-back delivery and party-centric themes, following a string of successful releases and collaborations.

Who is Rolling Papers 2 for?

Rolling Papers 2 works well if you're into carefree vibes for relaxation, late-night chill with friends and dynamic journey with peaks.

How many songs are on Rolling Papers 2?

Rolling Papers 2 has 25 tracks, running approximately 89 minutes.

Rolling Papers 2

Wiz Khalifa · 2018

89 min · 25 tracks · trap music

A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and smooth beats that celebrate indulgence and personal triumph.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Hot Now Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Blue Hunnids — This track encapsulates the album's theme of wealth and success through its slick production and confident lyrics, making it a standout anthem.
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Something New — With its infectious hook and relatable lyrics about romantic pursuits, this track exemplifies Khalifa's ability to merge hip-hop with pop sensibilities.
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Fr Fr — A highlight of the album, this track showcases Khalifa’s signature flow while discussing authenticity in a world full of fakes, resonating with fans.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid production and catchy hooks but lacks depth in composition and cohesion.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of trap beats, with heavy bass and hi-hats driving the rhythm throughout.
Many tracks incorporate guest features, which shift the vocal dynamics and introduce varying lyrical styles.
The first half of the album maintains a celebratory tone, while the latter half introduces more introspective themes.
Several tracks utilize repetitive hooks that reinforce the central themes of indulgence and personal triumph.

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: 5/10
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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

carefree vibes for relaxation
late-night chill with friends
dynamic journey with peaks
melodic hooks for sing-alongs
for leisurely afternoons

Maybe skip if you

seeking intense emotional depth
prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in Wiz Khalifa's discography.
Themes: wealth celebration· party-centric lifestyle· romantic pursuits
Moods: Chill· Dreamy
Career context: Released on January 1, 2018, Rolling Papers 2 is Wiz Khalifa's fifth studio album and a sequel to his breakthrough 2011 project, Rolling Papers. At this point in his career, Khalifa had solidified his status as a major figure in hip-hop, known for his laid-back delivery and party-centric themes, following a string of successful releases and collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors: Snoop Dogg· Curren$y· Kid Cudi