Top tracks — play these first
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The Comeback — This track serves as a mission statement for Big Pooh's solo career, reflecting on past struggles and asserting his presence in the rap game.
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Reality Check — In this song, Big Pooh tackles societal issues head-on, using vivid imagery to critique modern life while retaining an engaging flow.
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Roll Call — This track features clever wordplay and showcases collaborations with other artists, highlighting the camaraderie within the underground scene.
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 varied tempos, showcasing Big Pooh's lyrical growth post-Little Brother.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken intro that sets a reflective tone, followed by tracks that alternate between upbeat and introspective themes.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response elements, enhancing the storytelling aspect of the lyrics.
- The last two tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a contemplative atmosphere as the album concludes.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Reality Check
The verse shifts from personal reflection to broader societal commentary, employing sharp metaphors that challenge listeners to think critically about their su…
This structural choice allows Big Pooh to juxtapose intimate experiences with collective issues, enriching the narrative depth of the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 North American Pie (intro) 0:15
- 2 The Comeback 2:48
- 3 It's a Go 3:02
- 4 Nothing Less 4:45
- 5 C.O.D. 3:52
- 6 Move 3:19
- 7 Something Like Stars 3:43
- 8 Step Up 3:45
- 9 Reality Check 4:01
- 10 Problems 3:00
- 11 Amo a su papi de la barra (skit) 0:13
- 12 Roll Call 4:06
- 13 The Life 4:00
- 14 Rearview Mirror 3:48
- 15 Empanada Norte Americana (outro) 0:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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