What makes Scriptures by Tee Grizzley notable?

Scriptures debuted at number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Tee Grizzley's growing popularity. The album was well-received for its introspective lyrics and solidified his position as a key voice in contemporary trap music. Released on January 1, 2019, Scriptures is Tee Grizzley's second studio album, following his debut, Activated. At this point in his career, he had already established himself within the hip-hop scene with a unique narrative style, gaining significant attention for his authenticity and lyrical prowess.

Who is Scriptures for?

Scriptures works well if you're into steady pacing with narrative depth, introspective themes for self-reflection and raw storytelling with hard-hitting beats.

How many songs are on Scriptures?

Scriptures has 14 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Scriptures

Tee Grizzley · 2019

40 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop

A raw blend of personal storytelling and hard-hitting beats that captures the struggles and triumphs of urban life.

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Top tracks — play these first

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God’s Warrior — The opening track sets the tone for the album, blending motivational themes with Grizzley's signature storytelling approach, illustrating his resilience and faith.
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Locked Up — This track confronts themes of incarceration and its impact on personal life, highlighting Grizzley’s ability to weave personal experience into broader social commentary.
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Preach — With its compelling hook and reflective lyrics, 'Preach' represents Grizzley's call to action about community upliftment and self-awareness amidst hardship.
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Young Grizzley World — Closing the album with a longer runtime, this track showcases Grizzley’s growth and ambition while providing a deep dive into his experiences and aspirations.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

53 /100

Foothills

Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album blends personal narratives with strong beats, though its pacing and cohesion vary across tracks.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of hard-hitting 808 beats paired with personal storytelling, creating an immersive narrative experience.
Several tracks incorporate call-and-response elements, enhancing the engagement and interaction within the verses.
The pacing varies significantly, with some tracks maintaining a rapid-fire delivery while others slow down for introspection, particularly in the second half.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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

steady pacing with narrative depth
introspective themes for self-reflection
raw storytelling with hard-hitting beats
consistent flow across tracks
for focused listening

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification
prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 2019, Scriptures is Tee Grizzley's second studio album, following his debut, Activated. At this point in his career, he had already established himself within the hip-hop scene with a unique narrative style, gaining significant attention for his authenticity and lyrical prowess.
Stylistic neighbors: Lil Durk· Polo G· NLE Choppa