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Success Is Certain

Royce da 5'9" · 2011

40 min · 11 tracks · hip-hop · hardcore hip-hop · Midwest hip-hop

A gritty exploration of personal triumph and struggle set against hard-hitting beats and intricate lyricism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • immersive storytelling experience

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2011, Royce da 5'9" was revitalizing his career after years of ups and downs. 'Success Is Certain' followed his acclaimed collaboration with Eminem on the 'Hell: The Sequel' EP, marking a significant return to form as he embraced both his lyrical prowess and commercial viability.
Stylistic neighbors
J. Cole· Big Sean· Kendrick Lamar

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Legendary 4:49
  • 2 Writer’s Block 4:35
  • 3 Merry Go Round 2:40
  • 4 Where My Money 3:14
  • 5 ER 2:54
  • 6 On the Boulevard 3:47
  • 7 I Ain’t Coming Down 3:44
  • 8 Security 3:39
  • 9 Second Place 3:46
  • 10 My Own Planet 3:36
  • 11 I’ve Been Up, I’ve Been Down 4:13

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