X
Ken Carson · 2022
48 min · 20 tracks · trap music
A high-energy collision of trap beats and cloud rap textures reflecting the chaotic spirit of modern youth culture.
Top tracks — play these first
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MDMA — This track stands out for its hypnotic beat and introspective lyrics that delve into themes of excess and escapism, capturing the album's overall vibe.
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Go — With its frenetic energy and catchy hook, this track exemplifies Carson's ability to create anthemic bangers that resonate in party settings.
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Fuk 12 — Confrontational and raw, this track addresses police brutality and systemic issues, showcasing Carson's willingness to tackle serious themes amidst his energetic delivery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic production and varied vocal styles but lacks strong cohesion across its lengthy tracklist.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief intro track that sets a high-energy tone, followed by a sequence of tracks that maintain a consistent tempo and intensity.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal deliveries, with Ken Carson alternating between melodic hooks and rapid-fire verses.
- The production employs heavy bass and synth textures, creating a dense soundscape that often feels chaotic and frenetic.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- high-energy party vibe
- quick bursts of excitement
- youthful and raw emotion
- for group listening
- short tracks for instant thrills
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive albums
- seek deep lyrical narratives
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Ken Carson released X in July 2022, he was building momentum as a rising star in the SoundCloud rap scene, following his debut project Teen X in 2020. This album served as a crucial follow-up, showcasing his evolution and solidifying his position within the Playboi Carti-led collective Opium.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Playboi Carti· Lil Uzi Vert· Travis Scott
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Gems
The narrative shifts from braggadocio to vulnerability, revealing insecurities beneath the surface confidence presented earlier.
This contrast deepens the emotional impact and provides a glimpse into Carson's personal struggles, enhancing the album's thematic complexity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 3:15
- 2 New 2:49
- 3 Gems 2:16
- 4 Nobody 2:10
- 5 Go 1:50
- 6 MDMA 3:48
- 7 X 2:09
- 8 PDBMH 2:18
- 9 Money Hunt 1:45
- 10 South Beach 2:00
- 11 Going Schitz 1:55
- 12 Same Thing 1:55
- 13 Freestyle 1 3:51
- 14 Freestyle 2 2:18
- 15 Fuk 12 1:24
- 16 Murda Musik 2:56
- 17 Delinquent 2:45
- 18 Get Rich or Die 2:19
- 19 Turn Up 1:58
- 20 The End 2:15
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