Top tracks — play these first
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I Hear Voices — The opening track sets an introspective tone, combining vivid imagery of inner turmoil with a powerful delivery that hooks listeners immediately.
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Lost a Fan — This track addresses themes of loyalty and betrayal, demonstrating Crooked I's knack for storytelling while providing a glimpse into his emotional struggles.
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Good Gone Bad — Here, Crooked I reflects on the consequences of choices made in his life, encapsulating the album’s overarching themes through a haunting beat and compelling narrative flow.
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Bitch Got Me Fucked Up — With its catchy hook and sharp punchlines, this track showcases Crooked I's signature blend of humor and aggression, making it a memorable highlight.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's sharp lyricism and cohesive production reflect a strong identity within modern gangsta rap.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of haunting, atmospheric beats that create a dark backdrop for the lyrics.
- Each track typically showcases Crooked I's rapid-fire delivery, with verses often exceeding 16 bars without a chorus.
- Several tracks incorporate interludes or skits that enhance the narrative of street life and personal struggle.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- quick bursts of lyrical intensity
- urban storytelling with grit
- energizing tracks for workouts
- short, impactful listening experience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, reflective music
- seek lengthy immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2016, Crooked I released Statik KXNG as a collaboration with producer Statik Selektah, marking a significant point in his career after years in the underground scene. This album followed his tenure with Slaughterhouse and was part of his effort to solidify his solo identity while showcasing his lyrical prowess over carefully curated production.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Lost a Fan
Crooked I directly confronts someone who has turned against him, using vivid language to illustrate feelings of betrayal and loss.
This direct address creates an intimate connection with listeners, emphasizing personal stakes and emotional depth within the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Hear Voices 3:24
- 2 Magic & Bird 2:11
- 3 Lost a Fan 3:18
- 4 Everybody Know 3:18
- 5 Dead or in Jail 4:43
- 6 Stop Playing 4:07
- 7 Good Gone Bad 3:08
- 8 Let's Go 3:53
- 9 Bitch Got Me Fucked Up 2:50
- 10 Brand New Shit 2:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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