Waitin' to Inhale
Devin the Dude · 2007
67 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop
A laid-back blend of smooth grooves and storytelling that captures the essence of everyday life and personal reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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She Want That Money — This track stands out for its catchy hook and humorous commentary on relationships and financial expectations, showcasing Devin's signature style of blending humor with serious themes.
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What a Job — Through clever wordplay, this song reflects on the trials and tribulations of working life while maintaining an upbeat vibe, capturing the struggles many face.
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Hope I Don’t Get Sick-a-This — The track cleverly juxtaposes lightheartedness with concerns about health, demonstrating Devin's unique ability to tackle serious subjects while engaging listeners with a smooth delivery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- laid-back grooves for relaxation
- storytelling that resonates personally
- short interludes enhancing flow
- reflective moments for introspection
- casual vibes for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
- want concise, standalone hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Waitin' to Inhale is Devin the Dude's fourth studio album, following his previous work, To tha X-Treme, released in 2002. At this point in his career, he was carving out a niche within the Southern hip-hop scene, known for his humorous yet poignant observations about life, love, and leisure.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Curren$y· Big K.R.I.T.· Freddie Gibbs
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Just Because
The bridge shifts perspective as the narrative voice addresses feelings of regret directly related to past decisions.
This shift emphasizes a moment of confrontation with oneself, marking a departure from external observation to internal reflection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Boom I 0:58
- 2 She Want That Money 4:52
- 3 Almighty Dollar 4:09
- 4 Hope I Don’t Get Sick-a-This 3:49
- 5 What a Job 5:32
- 6 Broccoli & Cheese 3:59
- 7 Boom II 0:56
- 8 She Useta Be 4:57
- 9 Lil’ Girl Gone 5:15
- 10 No Longer Needed Here 5:09
- 11 Just Because 3:45
- 12 Don’t Wanna Be Alone 5:31
- 13 Somebody Else’s Wife 4:17
- 14 Boom III 0:29
- 15 Cutcha’ Up 3:31
- 16 Nothin’ to Roll With 2:03
- 17 Til It’s All Gone 7:58
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