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The Trinity

The Lox · 2013

14 min · 4 tracks · hip-hop

A gritty blend of sharp lyricism and hard-hitting beats that encapsulates the essence of East Coast hip-hop.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Faded — The opening track sets the tone with its reflective lyrics on fame and personal struggles, showcasing the trio's lyrical depth and cohesive flow.
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    Three Kings — This collaboration brings together The Lox with prominent figures like Jay-Z, merging their distinct styles while emphasizing themes of camaraderie and ambition.
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    Love Me or Leave Me Alone — This track highlights vulnerability amidst street bravado, illustrating their range by blending emotional honesty with hard-hitting verses.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong lyricism and cohesive production, marking a solid return for The Lox.

What we noticed

  • Each track features a distinct beat that complements the sharp, aggressive lyricism of the verses.
  • The EP maintains a consistent tempo throughout, with only slight variations in intensity between tracks.
  • The final track serves as a culmination of themes presented earlier, tying together the lyrical narratives.
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
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Faded 3:53
  • 2 Talk About It 3:57
  • 3 Love Me or Leave Me Alone 3:04
  • 4 Three Kings 3:54

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