Sensational (Yung Gravy album) cover

Sensational (Yung Gravy album)

Yung Gravy · 2019

32 min · 13 tracks · hip-hop

A playful blend of humorous lyrics and catchy beats that merge contemporary trap with nostalgic samples.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Gravy for Pope — This track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hook and tongue-in-cheek lyrics that playfully mock political themes.
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    Charlene — With its smooth beat and romantic humor, this song showcases Gravy's ability to mix sincerity with his signature comedic flair.
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    1 Thot 2 Thot Red Thot Blue Thot — This track exemplifies Gravy's playful lyricism and knack for creating memorable phrases, making it a standout in his discography.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album combines humor with catchy production, appealing to fans of comedy rap while maintaining a distinct sound.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of humorous lyrics that often reference pop culture and absurd scenarios, creating a light-hearted tone.
  • Several tracks incorporate samples from older songs, blending nostalgic elements with contemporary trap beats.
  • The interlude serves as a brief comedic break, contrasting with the more energetic tracks surrounding it.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

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

  • playful vibes for social gatherings
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • catchy hooks for sing-alongs
  • steady pacing for easy listening
  • humorous lyrics for lighthearted fun

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, deeper compositions
  • seek serious or introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2019, 'Sensational' is Yung Gravy's debut studio album, following a series of viral singles that established his comedic hip-hop style. At this point in his career, Gravy had gained significant online traction and was transitioning from a meme-driven artist to a mainstream figure in hip-hop.
Stylistic neighbors
bbno$· Lil Dicky· Rich Brian

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gravy for Pope 2:55
  • 2 Buttered Up 2:50
  • 3 Charlene 2:40
  • 4 The Boys Are Back in Town 2:28
  • 5 Magic 2:57
  • 6 Whip a Tesla 2:33
  • 7 Daddy Aioli Interlude 1:25
  • 8 Gravy Train 2:49
  • 9 E.T. 1:44
  • 10 Alley Oop 2:32
  • 11 Richard Simmons 2:22
  • 12 Pizzazz 2:45
  • 13 1 Thot 2 Thot Red Thot Blue Thot 2:11

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