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Released 8 years ago this June

Scorpion

Drake · 2018

90 min · 25 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · reggae

A sprawling double album blending introspective lyrics with infectious hooks over diverse production styles.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • infectious hooks for group sing-alongs
  • introspective moments for personal reflection
  • varied pacing for diverse moods
  • late-night drives with friends
  • emotional highs and lows

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer concise, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Themes
social media fame· women's empowerment· emotional complexity
Career context
Released on June 29, 2018, 'Scorpion' is Drake's fifth studio album and follows his critically acclaimed 'More Life'. At this point in his career, he was already a dominant force in hip-hop, solidifying his status with multiple chart-topping hits.
Stylistic neighbors
The Weeknd· J. Cole· Travis Scott
Sounds like this from elsewhere
American Teen by Khalid — Shares introspective lyrics about youth and emotional complexity over catchy melodic production.
Ctrl by SZA — Explores themes of empowerment and relationships with a blend of R&B and pop sensibilities.
Beerbongs & Bentleys by Post Malone — Combines infectious hooks and emotional depth, reflecting on fame and personal struggles.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Survival 2:16
  • 2 Nonstop 3:58
  • 3 Elevate 3:04
  • 4 Emotionless 5:02
  • 5 God’s Plan 3:18
  • 6 I’m Upset 3:34
  • 7 8 Out of 10 3:15
  • 8 Mob Ties 3:25
  • 9 Can’t Take a Joke 2:43
  • 10 Sandra’s Rose 3:36
  • 11 Talk Up 3:43
  • 12 Is There More 3:46

Disc 2

  • 1 Peak 3:26
  • 2 Summer Games 4:07
  • 3 Jaded 4:22
  • 4 Nice for What 3:30
  • 5 Finesse 3:02
  • 6 Ratchet Happy Birthday 3:27
  • 7 That’s How You Feel 2:37
  • 8 Blue Tint 2:42
  • 9 In My Feelings 3:37
  • 10 Don’t Matter to Me 4:05
  • 11 After Dark 4:49
  • 12 Final Fantasy 3:39
  • 13 March 14 5:09

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