STN MTN / Kauai cover

STN MTN / Kauai

Donald Glover · 2014

68 min · 18 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · hip-hop

A genre-bending fusion of introspective lyrics and smooth melodies that explore identity and ambition.

Why this album works

The release received critical acclaim for its innovative sound and lyrical depth, with tracks like '3005' becoming fan favorites and charting on Billboard. It also showcased Glover's versatility, influencing a new wave of artists in both hip-hop and R&B genres, and helped solidify his status as a multifaceted creative force.
Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks introspective moments for self-reflection for late-night drives
Context
In 2014, Donald Glover was transitioning from his role on the acclaimed TV show 'Community' to a burgeoning music career as Childish Gambino. This dual release marked his artistic evolution, showcasing a blend of hip-hop and R&B influences with 'STN MTN' serving as a mixtape and 'Kauai' as an EP that followed his breakout album 'Because the Internet'.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Dream / Southern Hospitality / Partna Dem 5:00
  • 2 Fucks Given Standout 2:30
  • 3 No Small Talk 3:15
  • 4 Money Baby 3:25
  • 5 Move That Dope / Nextel Chirp / Let Your Hair Blow 4:51
  • 6 AssShots Remix 5:01
  • 7 Childish Gambino @ The Atrium 1:26
  • 8 U Don't Have to Call 3:34
  • 9 Candler Road 3:17
  • 10 All Yall 3:39
  • 11 Go DJ 4:30

Disc 2

  • 1 Sober Standout 4:12
  • 2 Pop Thieves (Make It Feel Good) 5:09
  • 3 Retro 3:22
  • 4 The Palisades 3:10
  • 5 Poke 3:36
  • 6 Late Night in Kauai 4:49
  • 7 3005 (Beach Picnic version) Standout 3:45

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata