The Growing Process
Dizzy Wright · 2015
12 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop
A contemplative blend of introspective lyrics and laid-back beats that reflect personal growth and societal issues.
Top tracks — play these first
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God Bless America — This track tackles complex themes of patriotism and social justice, showcasing Wright's ability to blend personal narratives with broader societal critiques.
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Train Your Mind — With its motivational message, this song emphasizes mental resilience and self-improvement, encapsulating the album’s core theme of personal growth.
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Daddy Daughter Relationship — This deeply personal track explores fatherhood and emotional connection, offering a raw glimpse into Wright's life experiences and their impact on his artistry.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid writing and themes but lacks some cohesion in its lengthy tracklist.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken intro that sets a reflective tone, followed by tracks that blend personal narratives with social commentary.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response elements, enhancing the engagement with the listener.
- The production maintains a consistent laid-back tempo, with most tracks featuring smooth beats and melodic instrumentation.
- 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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6/10
- 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective reflections on growth
- laid-back beats for contemplation
- thought-provoking lyrical exploration
- personal stories with relatable themes
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer instant gratification over depth
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2015, Dizzy Wright was establishing himself in the hip-hop scene with 'The Growing Process', his second studio album following his debut 'SmokeOut Conversations' in 2013. This release showcased his evolution as an artist, moving towards deeper themes while solidifying his identity within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jarren Benton· Hopsin· Tech N9ne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Higher Learning (Intro)
- 2 God Bless America
- 3 Can I Feel This Way
- 4 No Time Is Better
- 5 Train Your Mind 3:52
- 6 Regardless
- 7 Don't Ever Forget
- 8 Floyd Money Mayweather 3:14
- 9 Smoke You Out
- 10 Good Vibes
- 11 I Can Tell You Needed It 5:08
- 12 Smoke Box (Interlude)
- 13 Explain Myself
- 14 False Reality
- 15 Daddy Daughter Relationship
- 16 Will It Last
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