What makes The World Needs More Skillz by Skillz notable?

The World Needs More Skillz received positive critical reception for its lyrical depth and production quality, with several tracks charting on various hip-hop charts. It is notable for its exploration of personal themes such as resilience and self-identity, resonating within the hip-hop community and influencing emerging artists looking for authenticity in their narratives. In 2010, Skillz released The World Needs More Skillz as his fifth studio album, following a four-year hiatus since his previous work, The Million Dollar Backpack. This album marked a return to the forefront of hip-hop after a period focusing on writing and producing for other artists, showcasing his growth and adaptability in the evolving music landscape.

How many songs are on The World Needs More Skillz?

The World Needs More Skillz has 13 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Released 16 years ago this October

The World Needs More Skillz

Skillz · 2010

49 min · 13 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of clever wordplay and infectious beats that invites listeners to celebrate life and embrace individuality.

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Celebrate Life — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its upbeat message about appreciating life's moments, showcasing Skillz's signature lyrical style.
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Regular Guy — This track highlights Skillz's relatability, as he discusses everyday struggles and triumphs, making it an anthem for the common man.
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Wants and Needs — Here, Skillz delves into the tension between desires and necessities, presenting thoughtful commentary through his clever wordplay and engaging flow.
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Going Up — This track captures a sense of ambition and drive, reflecting Skillz's personal journey while encouraging listeners to pursue their own goals.

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

Skillz blends clever lyrics with engaging production, creating a solid hip-hop album that balances celebration and introspection.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a celebratory tone, maintaining an upbeat tempo through the first half.
Lyrical themes shift from personal resilience to social commentary, with several tracks featuring intricate rhyme schemes and wordplay.
The final three tracks slow down the tempo, allowing for introspection and a reflective conclusion to the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 3/10

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 Celebrate Life 3:26
2 Regular Guy 4:01
3 Wants and Needs 3:22
4 Call Me Crazy 3:59
5 Superbad 3:42
6 Enjoying the View 3:22
7 The World Needs More Skillz (I Gotchu) 3:11
8 Flash of Genius 3:36
9 Going Up 4:52
10 R.N.I.T.R. 3:42
11 Good Money 3:32
12 Adam 4:23
13 Still Standing 4:25

What to play next

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Thoughts Become Things

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The Million Dollar Backpack

2008

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