Royalty
Donald Glover · 2012
59 min · 18 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · hip-hop
Eclectic beats merge with introspective lyricism, reflecting the complexities of identity and fame.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- introspective reflections on identity
- eclectic beats for focused listening
- short tracks for varied engagement
- wave-like pacing invites deep immersion
Maybe skip if you want
- desire for instant gratification
- preference for straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2012, Donald Glover was transitioning from his role as a writer on '30 Rock' and star of 'Community' to a serious music artist. 'Royalty' is a significant step in his evolution, coming after his debut EP 'Camp,' which had already begun to establish him in the hip-hop scene. This mixtape showcases his growing confidence and versatility as a musician.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Anderson .Paak· Thundercat· Frank Ocean
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 R O Y A L T Y 0:09
- 2 We Ain’t Them 3:13
- 3 One Up 2:32
- 4 Black Faces 3:29
- 5 Unnecessary 3:42
- 6 Shoulda Known 4:28
- 7 R.I.P. 3:55
- 8 American Royalty 3:34
- 9 It May Be Glamour Life 1:37
- 10 Toxic 2:48
- 11 Silk Pillow 4:10
- 12 They Don’t Like Me 2:15
- 13 Arrangement 4:35
- 14 Won’t Stop 3:07
- 15 Bronchitis 3:02
- 16 Wonderful 2:35
- 17 Make It Go Right 4:24
- 18 Real Estate 5:52
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