Released 7 years ago this October
War
Pop Smoke · 2019
3 min · 1 track · trap music
A gritty blend of aggressive beats and confident flows, embodying the raw energy of Brooklyn drill culture.
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War — This track serves as the album's title piece, showcasing Pop Smoke's signature deep voice over hard-hitting production that defines his style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The track showcases strong production and vocal dynamics but lacks depth for repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The track features a heavy bass line and aggressive percussion that drive the rhythm throughout.
- Pop Smoke's vocal delivery alternates between melodic hooks and rapid-fire verses, creating a dynamic flow.
- The production includes layered synths and atmospheric effects that enhance the intensity of the track.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Further established Pop Smoke's reputation after 'Meet The Woo', solidifying his influence.
- Themes
- Brooklyn drill culture· gang violence narrative· street life struggles
- Career context
- Released shortly after Pop Smoke's breakthrough mixtape, 'Meet The Woo', this album further cemented his status as a rising star in hip-hop. At this point, he was establishing himself as a key figure in the Brooklyn drill scene while also gaining national attention for his unique sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fivio Foreign· Sheff G· Lil Tjay
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 War 3:43
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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