The Reason
Beanie Sigel · 2001
60 min · 14 tracks · gangsta rap
Rugged beats and gritty narratives intertwine, encapsulating the struggles and triumphs of street life with raw authenticity.
Top tracks — play these first
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So What You Saying — This track showcases Sigel's sharp lyrical prowess, blending reflection with bravado as he navigates the complexities of his environment.
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Mom Praying — In this deeply personal track, Beanie offers a glimpse into his vulnerabilities, contrasting the hardened persona he's known for with poignant familial themes.
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Tales of a Hustler — Here, Sigel delivers a narrative-driven account of street life that encapsulates the essence of hustle culture, making it a standout on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines gritty narratives with strong production, showcasing Beanie Sigel's lyrical prowess and thematic depth.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of heavy, bass-driven beats that underpin the majority of tracks, creating a gritty atmosphere.
- Many tracks employ a call-and-response structure in the verses, allowing for dynamic interaction between Beanie Sigel's delivery and the production.
- Several songs incorporate narrative storytelling, with vivid imagery depicting street life and personal struggles, particularly in tracks like 'Tales of a Hustler' and 'Mom Praying'.
- The final track features a slower tempo and reflective lyrics, providing a contrast to the more aggressive tone of earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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7/10
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Nothing Like It 3:22
- 2 Beanie (Mack B****) 4:13
- 3 So What You Saying 5:06
- 4 Get Down 4:58
- 5 I Don’t Do Much 4:40
- 6 For My Ni**** 4:12
- 7 Watch Your B****** 3:46
- 8 Think It’s a Game 5:33
- 9 Man’s World 3:50
- 10 Gangsta, Gangsta 3:41
- 11 Tales of a Hustler 3:55
- 12 Mom Praying 4:40
- 13 Still Got Love for You 4:21
- 14 What Your Life Like 2 4:23
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