Small Things to a Giant
Daveed Diggs · 2012
44 min · 11 tracks
A vibrant blend of hip-hop and experimental sounds, characterized by sharp lyricism and eclectic production choices.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fresh From the Hood — This opening track sets the tone with its energetic flow and vivid imagery, capturing Diggs' unique voice and perspective right from the start.
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(Small Things) To a Giant — The title track explores themes of personal growth and societal challenges through clever wordplay, encapsulating the album's core message.
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Jes Grew — This song blends hip-hop with jazz influences, demonstrating Diggs' ability to fuse genres while addressing historical and cultural topics.
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I Write Rap Songs — In this introspective track, Diggs reflects on his craft with wit and sincerity, revealing his artistic process while engaging listeners with relatable storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases inventive production and sharp lyricism, marking a strong entry in Diggs' solo career.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional sound samples and experimental production techniques that challenge traditional hip-hop norms.
- Lyrically, Diggs employs intricate wordplay and storytelling, often switching flows within the same verse to maintain listener engagement.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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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Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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(Small Things) To a Giant
The song shifts from personal anecdotes to broader societal observations, using intricate rhyme schemes to bridge individual experiences with collective strugg…
This structural choice enhances the narrative depth, allowing listeners to connect personal growth with larger societal issues within the same lyrical framework.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fresh From the Hood 2:47
- 2 (Small Things) To a Giant 4:17
- 3 Trappers 4:16
- 4 Jes Grew 3:36
- 5 Night Time 3:24
- 6 Dirty World 3:43
- 7 Go Boi 4:25
- 8 I Write Rap Songs 3:21
- 9 Don't Let Me Fall 4:05
- 10 About My Paper 4:59
- 11 Small Things (To a Giant) 5:35
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