We Luv New York cover

We Luv New York

Akhenaton · 2011

68 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop · rapping

A vibrant tapestry of hip-hop beats infused with an urban ode to New York's eclectic culture.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • urban nostalgia for new york
  • dynamic journey through tracks
  • engaging rhythm for city vibes
  • celebratory energy with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek strictly standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2011, Akhenaton was well-established in the French hip-hop scene, having gained prominence through his group IAM. 'We Luv New York' is significant as it marks a thematic exploration of the artist's admiration for New York City, following his prior albums that showcased his lyrical prowess and socio-political commentary. This album comes after a series of successful releases, solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
IAM· Oxmo Puccino· Kery James

Tracklist

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

  • 1 ITW‐WLNY 0:44
  • 2 We Luv New York 4:57
  • 3 Le Sens du mot flow 4:45
  • 4 Euh… 3:38
  • 5 M.R.S 4:42
  • 6 PPDLM 4:25
  • 7 T’es où ? 2:37
  • 8 On rêvait New York 3:50
  • 9 Je danse pas 3:34
  • 10 Ni fouet, ni maitre (version remix) 4:16
  • 11 Zoom sur la ville 4:42
  • 12 T’es pas là 2:10
  • 13 Avec la tête haute 5:36
  • 14 This Is It 4:43
  • 15 The Show 3:38
  • 16 In Memory of Your… 5:00
  • 17 Clubber Lang Music 4:51

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata