Released 10 years ago
Two Degrees
Illy · 2016
46 min · 12 tracks · Australian hip-hop
A vibrant blend of introspective lyrics and catchy hooks, merging contemporary beats with Illy's signature Australian hip-hop style.
Top tracks — play these first
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Papercuts — This track encapsulates the emotional core of the album, blending personal narrative with relatable themes of vulnerability and self-reflection.
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Catch 22 — Catch 22 stands out with its clever wordplay and commentary on life’s dilemmas, showcasing Illy's lyrical prowess and wit.
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Lightshow — This song features a captivating production that integrates electronic elements, highlighting Illy's versatility and ability to innovate within the genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends catchy hooks with introspective lyrics but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective songs.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics, particularly in the choruses.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- for casual listening
- engaging flow from start to
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2016, Two Degrees is Illy's fourth studio album, following the successful release of his 2014 breakthrough, Cinematic. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his status in the Australian hip-hop scene, having already garnered significant attention and awards for his previous work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Allday· Kerser· Tash Sultana
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Forget It 4:23
- 2 Looks Could Kill 3:54
- 3 Hazard to Myself 3:13
- 4 Oh My 3:30
- 5 Papercuts 4:14
- 6 Lightshow 3:51
- 7 Two Degrees 4:30
- 8 Catch 22 3:38
- 9 Extra Extra 3:08
- 10 You Say When 3:49
- 11 Truce 4:15
- 12 Highway 4:13
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