Up & Away cover

Up & Away

Kid Ink · 2012

52 min · 14 tracks · pop rap · West Coast hip-hop

A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and confident flows, reflecting the carefree spirit of summer parties.

Why this album works

'Up & Away' peaked at number 64 on the Billboard 200 and marked Kid Ink's entry into the commercial music scene. Its infectious singles like 'Time of Your Life' helped solidify his image as a prominent figure in West Coast hip-hop, contributing to the genre's evolution during the early 2010s.
Best for
carefree summer party vibes steady mid-tempo groove sing-along moments with friends
Context
Released on June 12, 2012, 'Up & Away' was Kid Ink's debut studio album following several successful mixtapes, including 'Crash Landing' and 'Daydreamer.' At this point in his career, he was transitioning from underground success to mainstream recognition, establishing his sound within the pop rap landscape.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 No One Left 3:58
  • 2 Is It You 4:56
  • 3 Time of Your Life Standout 3:55
  • 4 Act Like That (3‐Some) Standout 3:37
  • 5 Walk in the Club 3:38
  • 6 Drippin’ 2:48
  • 7 Lost in the Sauce Standout 3:29
  • 8 Roll Out 4:11
  • 9 Rumpshaker 3:12
  • 10 Carry On 4:10
  • 11 Neva Gave a Fuck 3:18
  • 12 Hell & Back 4:10
  • 13 Crazy (Loco) 3:12
  • 14 Hell & Back (remix) 4:13

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