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The Dark Roads

Seagram · 1992

57 min · 13 tracks

A gritty exploration of street life, blending hardcore hip-hop beats with raw, introspective lyrics that reflect urban struggle.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Straight Mobbin — Opening with a powerful beat and confident delivery, this track sets the tone for the album, showcasing Seagram's lyrical prowess and street credibility.
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    Get Off My Zipper — This track highlights Seagram's sharp wit and confrontational style, addressing themes of respect and authenticity in the rap game.
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    Wages of Sin — With reflective lyrics about consequences and choices, this track deepens the album's thematic exploration of morality within a harsh environment.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Reap What You Sew

    The verses detail a confrontation with past actions that directly impact current circumstances, emphasizing personal accountability.

    By shifting from narrative to introspection, this moment marks a tonal change that underscores the album's central theme of cause and effect.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Straight Mobbin 5:53
  • 2 2 for 1 5:01
  • 3 Get Off My Zipper 3:36
  • 4 Reap What You Sew 3:53
  • 5 The Dark Roads 5:24
  • 6 Action Speaks Louder Than Words 5:50
  • 7 I Got 'em 1:03
  • 8 The Vill 5:20
  • 9 Die Hard 4:06
  • 10 Dedication 3:57
  • 11 Squeeze the Trigger 5:02
  • 12 I Don't Give a Fuck 4:12
  • 13 Wages of Sin 4:07

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