Released 10 years ago
Tha Truth, Pt. 2
Trae tha Truth · 2016
66 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop
A raw and introspective journey through struggle, resilience, and the complexities of street life set against gritty production.
Top tracks — play these first
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Crazy — This track captures Trae's mental state, combining personal anecdotes with broader societal critiques, making it a powerful anthem of resilience.
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Mama — An emotional tribute to his mother, this track highlights Trae's vulnerability and showcases his ability to connect deeply with listeners through heartfelt narratives.
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World Needs You — This song serves as a rallying cry for change and empowerment, underscoring Trae's role as not just an artist but also a voice for the community.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends personal storytelling with gritty production, showcasing Trae's distinctive voice in Southern hip-hop.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken intro that sets a reflective tone, followed by tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response elements, enhancing the communal feel of the storytelling.
- The last three tracks shift towards more introspective themes, creating a sense of closure as the album progresses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- 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
- steady pacing for introspective moments
- confessional storytelling with emotional depth
- consistent flow throughout the album
- reflective listening during quiet times
- engagement with urban life struggles
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — This album is noted for its emotional depth and critical acclaim, marking a high point in Trae's career.
- Career context
- When Trae tha Truth released 'Tha Truth, Pt. 2' in 2016, he was solidifying his status as a prominent voice in Southern hip-hop following his 2013 album 'Banned.' This album followed a period of personal challenges and legal battles, marking a significant moment in his artistic evolution where he embraced vulnerability and honesty in his lyricism.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 2:17
- 2 Crazy 4:12
- 3 Takers 3:29
- 4 Spray 3:54
- 5 Slugs 4:26
- 6 Who Dey Rockin Wit 3:14
- 7 My Niggaz 4:24
- 8 All Good 3:35
- 9 Let Me Live 4:57
- 10 Fuck Tha World 4:09
- 11 It's Time 3:12
- 12 Work 3:44
- 13 Thirsty 3:35
- 14 Fuck wit Me 3:36
- 15 Mama 5:28
- 16 World Needs You 3:52
- 17 I Will Survive 4:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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