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Released 20 years ago

The Way I Am

MC Mong · 2006

57 min · 15 tracks · K-pop

A vibrant blend of K-pop and hip-hop, infused with playful lyrics and catchy hooks that encapsulate youthful exuberance.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    The Way I Am (Feat. MayBee, 길) — This title track showcases MC Mong's signature blend of humor and introspection, highlighting his lyrical prowess and ability to connect with listeners on a personal level.
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    기도 (Feat. 박효신) — A powerful collaboration that fuses emotional depth with melodic beauty, this track stands out for its heartfelt lyrics and vocal performance.
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    아이스크림 — With its infectious beat and playful lyrics, this song captures the carefree spirit of youth while demonstrating Mong's versatility as an artist.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album showcases catchy hooks and playful lyrics, with varied tempos that create an engaging listening experience.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a brief intro track that sets a playful tone, followed by a series of upbeat songs that maintain a consistent tempo.
  • Several tracks feature guest artists, creating a dynamic interplay between different vocal styles and perspectives.
  • The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the earlier high-energy songs and allowing for reflective moments.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 News 2:17
  • 2 아이스크림 3:36
  • 3 너에게 쓰는 편지 Part 2 (Feat. LISA) 4:07
  • 4 The Winner 3:43
  • 5 기도 (Feat. 박효신) 3:54
  • 6 생활의 발견 3:49
  • 7 허클베리 몽의 모험 3:37
  • 8 독 (毒) 3:38
  • 9 벙어리 4:23
  • 10 The Way I Am (Feat. MayBee, 길) 3:36
  • 11 Lost In Music 5:12
  • 12 못된 영화 (Feat. Ivy) 3:48
  • 13 비밀 3:45
  • 14 Beautiful Day 4:01
  • 15 생활의 재 발견 3:49

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