Save Me
Future · 2019
20 min · 7 tracks · contemporary R&B
A raw exploration of vulnerability, blending somber melodies with Future's signature trap-infused delivery.
Top tracks — play these first
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XanaX Damage Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the EP, where Future candidly discusses themes of addiction and emotional pain over a haunting instrumental.
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St. Lucia — A standout moment that juxtaposes lush production with raw lyrical honesty, capturing Future's internal conflicts while maintaining his signature flow.
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Love Thy Enemies — This track exemplifies the EP's overarching theme of vulnerability, as Future reflects on betrayal and loyalty with poignant sincerity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP explores vulnerability through minimalistic production and raw lyrics, making it distinct yet cohesive.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent use of somber melodies layered over trap beats, establishing a reflective tone.
- Each track employs a minimalist arrangement, often relying on sparse instrumentation to highlight Future's vocal delivery.
- The EP closes with 'Love Thy Enemies', which shifts to a more melodic approach, contrasting with the darker themes of earlier tracks.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of introspection
- energetic exploration of vulnerability
- quick emotional snapshots
- front-loaded impactful moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long-form narratives
- seek relaxed listening experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Explores vulnerability and mental health, diverging from Future's typical sound.
- Themes
- mental health struggles· betrayal and resilience· social commentary on power
- Career context
- By the time 'Save Me' was released in June 2019, Future had established himself as a key figure in contemporary hip-hop following his breakthrough album 'DS2' in 2015. This EP followed his 2017 collaborative project with Young Thug and marked a return to solo work, showcasing a more introspective side of his artistry amid personal struggles and public scrutiny.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Young Thug· Travis Scott· Lil Uzi Vert
Tracklist
- 1 XanaX Damage Start here 1:43
- 2 St. Lucia 3:18
- 3 Please Tell Me 3:24
- 4 Shotgun 4:17
- 5 Government Official 2:29
- 6 Extra 2:52
- 7 Love Thy Enemies 2:07
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Man on the Moon III: The Chosen
Kid Cudi
Explores similar themes of mental health and vulnerability with a melodic, introspective sound.
Rodeo
Travis Scott
Shares a raw emotional depth and atmospheric production that complements themes of struggle and resilience.
Care for Me
Saba
Delves into personal narratives of pain and betrayal with a reflective lyrical approach and rich soundscapes.
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