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State of Lunacy

Rhyme Asylum · 2008

61 min · 17 tracks · hardcore hip-hop

Aggressive beats and intricate wordplay weave a dark narrative exploring mental struggle and societal issues.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Ground Zero — This track sets the tone for the album with its relentless beat and sharp lyricism, addressing themes of destruction and rebirth that permeate the record.
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    Lost — In 'Lost', Rhyme Asylum explores feelings of alienation and confusion, capturing the struggle for identity amidst chaotic surroundings with vivid imagery and emotional weight.
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    Stark Raving Genius — This track showcases their intricate wordplay and rapid-fire delivery, highlighting the duality of genius and madness while reflecting on personal struggles and societal perceptions.
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    Iller Instinct — 'Iller Instinct' exemplifies the group's lyrical prowess, combining aggressive flows with introspective verses that delve into mental health issues and societal pressures.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Explorers of the Minds (intro) 1:01
  • 2 Ground Zero 3:41
  • 3 Straight Jacket, Part I 3:19
  • 4 The Awakening (skit) 0:58
  • 5 Lost 5:09
  • 6 Multiplicity 4:19
  • 7 Smoke Screens and Pipe Dreams 3:27
  • 8 Unreasonable 4:53
  • 9 Poison Penmanship 3:26
  • 10 Test of Faith 4:04
  • 11 Stark Raving Genius 5:30
  • 12 Attitude Problem 4:20
  • 13 Straight Jacket, Part II 3:07
  • 14 Holding On 4:31
  • 15 Shadow People (skit) 0:58
  • 16 Iller Instinct 4:49
  • 17 Multiplicity (remix) 3:56

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