The Wild
Raekwon · 2017
43 min · 16 tracks · gangsta rap
A gritty exploration of urban life layered with Raekwon's signature storytelling and cinematic production.
Top tracks — play these first
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This Is What It Comes Too Start here — This track serves as a powerful commentary on the struggles and realities faced in urban life, encapsulating the album's overarching themes of survival and resilience.
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Marvin — A reflective piece that examines personal loss and the impact of violence, revealing Raekwon's introspective side while maintaining his raw lyrical delivery.
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Crown of Thorns — This track stands out with its haunting production and poignant lyrics, showcasing Raekwon's ability to weave complex narratives into an evocative soundscape.
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You Hear Me — The closing track resonates with a sense of urgency and determination, highlighting Raekwon's resilience and commitment to authenticity in his artistry.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The Wild showcases Raekwon's storytelling but suffers from pacing issues due to its skits and track arrangement.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered storytelling, where Raekwon shifts perspectives or narratives within the same song.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- immersive storytelling experiences
- wave-like pacing throughout
- short, impactful listening sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Continues Raekwon's legacy with strong themes and cohesive production in later career.
- Moods
- Dark
- Career context
- Released in 2017, The Wild marked Raekwon's first studio album in six years following the critically acclaimed F.I.L.A. (Fly International Luxurious Art). By this time, he was firmly established as a veteran in the East Coast hip-hop scene, continuing to influence new generations while revisiting his mafioso rap roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ghostface Killah· Inspectah Deck· Nas
Tracklist
- 1 The Wild Intro 1:48
- 2 This Is What It Comes Too Start here 2:48
- 3 Nothing 2:59
- 4 Skit (Bang Head Right) 0:56
- 5 Marvin 4:07
- 6 Can’t You See 3:13
- 7 My Corner 4:30
- 8 Skit (Fuck You Up Card) 0:53
- 9 M & N 2:20
- 10 Visiting Hour 3:18
- 11 Skit (Bang Fall Down) 0:34
- 12 The Reign 4:49
- 13 Crown of Thorns 3:11
- 14 Purple Brick Road 4:01
- 15 You Hear Me 2:22
- 16 Bang Outro 1:25
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