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Scaring the Hoes

JPEGMafia · 2023

36 min · 14 tracks · alternative hip-hop · hardcore hip-hop · lo-fi

A chaotic blend of industrial beats, lo-fi textures, and biting satire that challenges conventional hip-hop tropes.

Why this album works

The album gained significant attention for its unfiltered critique of celebrity culture and the music industry, debuting on several Billboard charts. It showcased JPEGMafia's influence on contemporary hip-hop, inspiring discussions around artistic freedom and genre boundaries amidst rising tensions in mainstream rap.
Career context
By the release of 'Scaring the Hoes' in March 2023, JPEGMafia had established himself as an innovative voice in alternative hip-hop, following his critically acclaimed album 'LP!' from 2020. This album marks a continued evolution in his sound, further exploring abrasive production and sharp social commentary.
Stylistic neighbors
Danny Brown· Earl Sweatshirt· Death Grips
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I Lay Down My Life for You — This album continues the experimental sound and thematic depth found in Scaring the Hoes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lean Beef Patty Standout 1:47
  • 2 Steppa Pig 3:27
  • 3 SCARING THE HOES Standout 2:22
  • 4 Garbage Pale Kids Standout 2:48
  • 5 Fentanyl Tester 2:37
  • 6 Burfict! 2:21
  • 7 Shut Yo Bitch Ass Up / Muddy Waters 2:54
  • 8 Orange Juice Jones 2:20
  • 9 Kingdom Hearts Key 3:25
  • 10 God Loves You 2:28
  • 11 Run the Jewels 1:04
  • 12 Jack Harlow Combo Meal 2:18
  • 13 HOE (Heaven on Earth) 3:23
  • 14 Where Ya Get Ya Coke From? 2:57

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