What makes Street Hop by Royce da 5'9" notable?

'Street Hop' is significant for its critical acclaim and its role in solidifying Royce's reputation as a lyrical powerhouse within hip-hop. The album received praise from critics for its authenticity and storytelling, contributing to Royce's increasing visibility in the mainstream hip-hop scene. Released in 2009, 'Street Hop' marked Royce da 5'9"'s return to the spotlight after a turbulent period in his career, including struggles with addiction. This album followed his collaborative project 'Hip Hop' with DJ Premier and showcased his growth as an artist following a series of underground releases.

Who is Street Hop for?

Street Hop works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, dynamic emotional journeys and immersive storytelling experience.

How many songs are on Street Hop?

Street Hop has 19 tracks, running approximately 70 minutes.

Street Hop

Royce da 5'9" · 2009

70 min · 19 tracks · hip-hop · hardcore hip-hop · Midwest hip-hop

A gritty exploration of urban life, blending introspective lyrics with hard-hitting beats and Royce's signature lyrical dexterity.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
dynamic emotional journeys
immersive storytelling experience
introspective late-night reflections

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2009, 'Street Hop' marked Royce da 5'9"'s return to the spotlight after a turbulent period in his career, including struggles with addiction. This album followed his collaborative project 'Hip Hop' with DJ Premier and showcased his growth as an artist following a series of underground releases.
Stylistic neighbors: J. Cole· Big Sean· Kendrick Lamar

Tracklist

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

1 Gun Harmonizing 4:15
2 Count for Nothing 3:31
3 Soldier 3:43
4 Something 2 Ride 2 3:49
5 Dinner Time 3:08
6 Far Away 2:54
7 The Warriors 5:05
8 …a brief intermission (skit) 0:37
9 New Money 3:05
10 Shake This 4:21
11 Gangsta 3:55
12 Mine in Thiz 3:15
13 Street Hop 2010 2:47
14 Thing for Your Girlfriend 4:25
15 On the Run 4:25
16 Murder 4:38
17 Bad Boy 4:05
18 Part of Me 4:21
19 Hood Love 3:50

What to play next

Listen next

Success Is Certain

2011

Go back to

The Revival

2009

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