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The Life of Pi'erre 4

Pi'erre Bourne · 2019

50 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of melodic trap beats and introspective lyrics creates a soundscape that pulses with both energy and contemplation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Feds — This track showcases Bourne’s ability to meld catchy hooks with street narratives, highlighting his dual role as both rapper and producer.
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    Be Mine — Here, Bourne explores themes of love and longing through playful yet poignant lyrics, wrapped in an infectious melody that stands out on the album.
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    How High — This track features a hypnotic beat alongside introspective verses that reflect Bourne's growth as an artist and his experimentation with sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic production with introspective lyrics, creating a dynamic yet cohesive listening experience.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of melodic trap beats, with layered synths and bass-heavy production throughout.
  • Several tracks incorporate introspective lyrics that explore personal themes, often contrasting with the upbeat instrumentals.
  • The first half of the album maintains a high energy level, while the second half introduces slower tempos and more reflective moments.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • melodic beats for reflective moments
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • vibrant sound for upbeat energy
  • introspective lyrics on modern life
  • for casual background listening

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer long, cohesive albums
  • seek complex musical arrangements

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time The Life of Pi'erre 4 was released on June 21, 2019, Pi'erre Bourne had established himself as a prominent producer and artist in the hip-hop scene, following his breakout work on Playboi Carti's debut mixtape. This album serves as his fourth solo release, building on the momentum generated from earlier projects like The Life of Pi'erre 3, which had solidified his unique sonic identity.
Stylistic neighbors
Tay Keith· Murda Beatz· Metro Boomin

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Poof 3:03
  • 2 Try Again 2:26
  • 3 Feds 3:07
  • 4 Be Mine 4:17
  • 5 Ballad 3:01
  • 6 Routine 2:45
  • 7 Lovers 3:03
  • 8 How High 4:09
  • 9 Romeo Must Die 2:41
  • 10 Racer 4:54
  • 11 Stereotypes 3:08
  • 12 Doublemint 3:08
  • 13 Horoscopes 2:27
  • 14 Juice 2:22
  • 15 Guillotine 2:59
  • 16 Speed Dial 2:30

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