Timez Are Weird These Days
Theophilus London · 2011
37 min · 11 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of alternative R&B and hip-hop, blending introspective lyrics with eclectic beats and playful melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Last Name London — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with its catchy hook and clever lyricism, highlighting London's confident persona and establishing thematic connections for the rest of the record.
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Wine and Chocolates — This track showcases London's ability to weave together romantic themes with a laid-back groove, demonstrating his knack for blending genres effortlessly.
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Why Even Try — A standout moment on the album, this song features introspective lyrics about self-doubt wrapped in an infectious melody that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Girls Girls $ — This track captures London's playful side while addressing contemporary themes of love and desire, making it both catchy and thought-provoking.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a blend of styles with engaging production but lacks the depth for lasting impact.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and playful melodies, with instrumentation that blends electronic elements with traditional hip-hop beats.
- Interludes are used strategically to break up the flow, providing brief moments of reflection before returning to more energetic tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- playful yet introspective moods
- short, engaging listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2011, Timez Are Weird These Days is Theophilus London's debut studio album following a series of successful mixtapes. At this point in his career, London was establishing his unique sound and gaining recognition, having previously collaborated with artists like Solange and Sara Quin.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kelela· Frank Ocean· Syd
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Last Name London 3:46
- 2 Love Is Real 3:45
- 3 Wine and Chocolates 3:42
- 4 All Around the World 3:47
- 5 She’s Great (interlude) 0:05
- 6 Why Even Try 4:20
- 7 Stop It 3:05
- 8 Girls Girls $ 3:10
- 9 One Last Time 4:24
- 10 Lighthouse 3:32
- 11 I Stand Alone 3:22
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