What Goes Around
Statik Selektah · 2014
68 min · 20 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant tapestry of soulful samples and sharp lyricism, blending classic hip-hop with contemporary flair.
Top tracks — play these first
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What Goes Around Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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The Imperial — This track features a compelling collaboration with well-known artists, showcasing the fusion of lyrical prowess and rich production that defines the album.
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Carry On — With an uplifting vibe and introspective lyrics, this song captures the essence of perseverance, making it a standout moment on the record.
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Drunk & High — This track cleverly balances humor and relatability, illustrating the album's ability to explore heavier themes while maintaining an accessible tone.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong production and varied collaborations but lacks a cohesive narrative across its length.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of soulful samples layered with intricate drum patterns, creating a classic hip-hop sound.
- Each track typically features multiple guest artists, contributing to a varied vocal texture throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate interludes or skits that provide thematic transitions between songs, enhancing the narrative flow.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short tracks with varied vibes
- sharp storytelling in each piece
- playful energy for social gatherings
- emotional moments nestled between tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want a cohesive narrative flow
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in the catalog that doesn't stand out as a major shift or peak.
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2014, What Goes Around marks Statik Selektah's fifth studio album, following his critically acclaimed 2013 project, Extended Play. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his reputation as a premier producer in the hip-hop scene, known for his ability to blend established and emerging artists seamlessly.
- Stylistic neighbors
- DJ Premier· Pete Rock· 9th Wonder
Tracklist
- 1 What Goes Around Start here 2:19
- 2 Carry On 3:27
- 3 The Thrill Is Back 2:45
- 4 The Imperial 4:14
- 5 All the Way (Pimp Hop) 3:50
- 6 Back for You 3:02
- 7 Alarm Clock 3:25
- 8 My Time 3:15
- 9 Fugazi 2:27
- 10 Long Time 3:32
- 11 Drunk & High 3:41
- 12 The Chopper 3:08
- 13 Down Like This 4:29
- 14 Slum Villain 2:43
- 15 Heltah Selektah 2:06
- 16 Overdose 2:53
- 17 Something to Cry For 4:01
- 18 Rise Above 3:26
- 19 Get Away 3:33
- 20 God Knows 5:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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