Wild Water Kingdom
Heems · 2012
61 min · 17 tracks · alternative hip-hop
A vibrant blend of playful lyricism and eclectic beats that captures the essence of alternative hip-hop's experimental edge.
Top tracks — play these first
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Death Is Not An Option — This track stands out for its contemplative lyrics about mortality intertwined with upbeat production, highlighting Heems' ability to juxtapose heavy themes with playful energy.
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Cowabunga Gnarly — With its catchy hook and humorous wordplay, this track exemplifies Heems' signature style, blending absurdity with relatable experiences, making it a fan favorite.
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Let It Go — This song showcases Heems’ introspective side, as he reflects on personal struggles while maintaining an engaging rhythm that invites listeners into his world.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Heems' debut solo project showcases inventive production and sharp lyricism, marking a notable entry in alternative hip-hop.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied rhythms and styles.
- Several tracks incorporate unconventional samples and production techniques, creating an eclectic sound that shifts from playful to introspective.
- The lyrics often blend humor with social commentary, with multiple tracks featuring rapid-fire delivery and intricate rhyme schemes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Let It Go
The verse shifts from a narrative of self-doubt to a declaration of resilience, creating a powerful momentum towards acceptance.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 WWK Intro 3:35
- 2 Cowabunga Gnarly 3:05
- 3 Third Thing 3:10
- 4 Death Is Not An Option 4:10
- 5 Wild Water Kingdom 5:42
- 6 Himanshu Freestyles 2:31
- 7 Let It Go 3:53
- 8 Killing Time 3:00
- 9 Running Thru The Jungle 2:29
- 10 Half Pint 2:49
- 11 WOYY 2:26
- 12 Deepak Choppa 5:40
- 13 Soup Boys 4:10
- 14 Medium Green Eyes 4:08
- 15 Tell Me 2:58
- 16 Adina Howard 3:24
- 17 Combat Jack Show Freestyle 4:06
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