Top tracks — play these first
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Follow Us — This track exemplifies Frost's signature blend of infectious hooks and street narratives, making it a standout anthem for loyalty among friends.
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Ghetto Curse — In this song, Frost captures the struggles and frustrations of life in disadvantaged neighborhoods, resonating deeply with listeners who share similar experiences.
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Natural Born Hustlers — With its catchy chorus and motivational themes, this track serves as a rallying cry for ambition and perseverance, showcasing Frost's lyrical prowess.
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Got What U Want — This track stands out for its smooth flow and engaging storytelling, demonstrating Frost's ability to connect personal tales with universal themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively portrays urban life through its lyrics and features strong collaborations, though it has moments of unevenness.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief intro track that sets a gritty tone, followed by a sequence of tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response elements between Frost and guest artists, emphasizing community and collaboration.
- The last three tracks shift in tone, with 'I'm Still Here' providing a reflective moment before the closing track, which blends personal themes with a celebratory vibe.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- gritty narratives of street life
- high-energy tracks for motivation
- candid reflections on hustling
- raw authenticity in storytelling
Maybe skip if you
- prefer polished, radio-friendly sounds
- seek soft, mellow listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2002, 'Still Up in This Shit!' is Frost's third studio album, following his breakthrough with 'When Hell.A. Freezes Over' in 1999. At this point, Frost was solidifying his status within the Chicano rap scene, blending bilingual lyrics with West Coast hip-hop sensibilities.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Isaiah Rashad· Saba· Mick Jenkins
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Still Up in This Shit! (intro) 5:06
- 2 Follow Us 4:28
- 3 Ghetto Curse 4:26
- 4 Put in Work 5:01
- 5 Everybody Knows 5:07
- 6 Where My Ese's At? 4:39
- 7 My Primos 5:04
- 8 Natural Born Hustlers 4:31
- 9 Hit a Lick Auditions (skit) 1:10
- 10 Got What U Want 4:19
- 11 Nu Bitch Nu Twist 4:11
- 12 I'm Still Here 4:24
- 13 Para Mi Abuelita /Cannabis 6:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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