The Cold Corner 2 cover

The Cold Corner 2

Lloyd Banks · 2011

70 min · 18 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop

A gritty exploration of ambition and street life, underscored by hard-hitting beats and incisive lyricism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gritty ambition in every track
  • dynamic flow with varied energy
  • wave-like pacing keeps engagement
  • hard-hitting beats for motivation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy, introspective pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2011, 'The Cold Corner 2' is Lloyd Banks' first project after a four-year hiatus following his 2006 album 'Rotten Apple'. By this time, Banks had established himself as a significant voice within the G-Unit collective but faced pressure to evolve his sound and reconnect with fans. This mixtape served as a reaffirmation of his lyrical prowess and street credibility.
Stylistic neighbors
Styles P· Jadakiss· Fabolous

Tracklist

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

  • 1 1, 2, 3 Grind 4:37
  • 2 Super Crack 3:51
  • 3 Shock the World 3:20
  • 4 Predator 5:00
  • 5 The Pulse 2:54
  • 6 Make It Stack 5:00
  • 7 Score 3:46
  • 8 We Fuckin' 3:35
  • 9 Love Shots 3:09
  • 10 Joke's on You 4:58
  • 11 Young Fly Flashy 3:25
  • 12 Ice Box, Part 2 3:36
  • 13 No Love 5:10
  • 14 Cashin In 4:25
  • 15 Cold Corner 2 (Eyes Wide) 3:40
  • 16 Keep Your Cool 2:39
  • 17 Get It How I Live 3:48
  • 18 Come Up 3:46

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