Round of Applause
Drake · 2011
79 min · 20 tracks · contemporary R&B
The supplied tracklist does not establish a reliable sonic profile for this release.
Top tracks — play these first
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Round Of Applause Start here — The opening title track is the most direct starting point for investigating the release, though its relationship to the Waka Flocka Flame single featuring Drake is unconfirmed.
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Future Hip-Hop — Its title suggests a statement about the genre’s direction; the supplied information does not establish its sound or lyrical argument.
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Forever — This title invites comparison with Drake’s 2009 collaboration of the same name, but the supplied tracklist does not confirm that it is the same recording.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid hooks and production but lacks strong cohesion across its many tracks.
What we noticed
- The title track features a repetitive hook that anchors the song, while verses shift between personal reflection and braggadocio.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that complements the rhythmic beats.
- The album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, with only a few tracks deviating significantly in energy or mood.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- party vibes with catchy hooks
- late-night introspection and reflection
- celebratory anthems for gatherings
- dynamic tracks for varied moods
- smooth transitions between themes
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, standalone hits
- prefer slower, more sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Contributed to Drake's rising prominence after his debut, solidifying his status.
- Themes
- celebration of success· wealth ambition
- Career context
- The attribution of this 2011 release to the Canadian rapper Drake is uncertain: the supplied sources do not establish it as one of his albums. His second studio album, Take Care, was released later in 2011, following his debut Thank Me Later.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Weeknd· J. Cole· Travis Scott
Tracklist
- 1 Round Of Applause Start here 3:07
- 2 Money 4:43
- 3 Tha Game 4:25
- 4 Tha Bottle 3:19
- 5 Ambition 4:27
- 6 Glamour Girl 4:13
- 7 Future Hip-Hop 3:59
- 8 Gangsta Girl 2:27
- 9 Gangsta Life 4:07
- 10 Chase Mine 2:04
- 11 Don't Stop 3:14
- 12 Doe Boy 4:45
- 13 Forever 4:38
- 14 We Bout It 4:06
- 15 Locc'n Up For Cali 4:44
- 16 Legit Hustles 3:16
- 17 Keep Ya Head Up 3:41
- 18 Like You 4:34
- 19 Apologies 4:27
- 20 Same Cloth 5:14
What to play next
Take Care
2011
It continues the vibrant blend of R&B and hip-hop with deeper narratives.
Thank Me Later
2010
This sets the stage for the sound and themes found in 'Round of Applause'.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
2014 Forest Hills Drive
J. Cole
Shares introspective lyrics about success and ambition within a contemporary hip-hop sound.
Beauty Behind the Madness
The Weeknd
Combines catchy hooks with themes of wealth and personal struggle in a lush R&B context.
Good Kid, M.A.A.D City
Kendrick Lamar
Explores success and personal narrative through rich storytelling and diverse production styles.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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