What makes The Last Rocket by Takeoff notable?

The Last Rocket debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 chart, signaling Takeoff's strong presence as a solo artist. It received generally positive reviews for its cohesive production and lyrical depth, drawing attention to his unique voice within the hip-hop landscape. The album helped cement his place in the trap genre and influenced subsequent artists exploring similar themes of individualism and introspection. Released on November 2, 2018, The Last Rocket marked Takeoff's debut solo project following his success with Migos. At this point in his career, he sought to establish his individual artistry while still being part of the globally recognized trio. This album allowed him to explore personal themes distinct from the group's dynamic.

How many songs are on The Last Rocket?

The Last Rocket has 12 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

The Last Rocket

Takeoff · 2018

37 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop

A seamless blend of melodic trap beats and introspective lyrics that showcase vulnerability amidst bravado.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Last Memory — This track encapsulates the album's emotional core, addressing themes of loss and reflection with a haunting melody that lingers long after it ends.
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She Gon Wink — With its catchy hook and vibrant production, this track showcases Takeoff's ability to blend confident bravado with melodic finesse, making it a standout party anthem.
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I Remember — In this track, Takeoff delves into personal history and experiences, revealing a more vulnerable side that contrasts sharply with typical trap bravado.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

57 /100

Foothills

Higher than 48% of albums we've rated

The album combines melodic trap beats with introspective lyrics, showcasing Takeoff's individual artistry while maintaining cohesion.

What we noticed

The album opens with a brief intro track that sets a moody tone, followed by a sequence of tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and ad-libs, creating a rich texture that complements the melodic trap beats.
The lyrics often shift between themes of personal struggle and self-confidence, with introspective moments interspersed throughout the more boastful verses.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Martian (intro) 3:08
2 She Gon Wink 3:36
3 None to Me 2:31
4 Vacation 2:49
5 Last Memory 2:42
6 I Remember 2:59
7 Lead the Wave 3:25
8 Casper 3:17
9 Insomnia 2:44
10 Infatuation 3:41
11 Soul Plane 3:18
12 Bruce Wayne (outro) 3:47

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