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Youth

Tinie Tempah · 2017

59 min · 17 tracks · drum and bass · dubstep · grime

Youth blends vibrant UK rap with electronic influences, capturing an energetic and youthful spirit.

Why this album works

Best for
steady flow with varied energy upbeat anthems for social settings engaging tracks for road trips
Context
Released on April 14, 2017, 'Youth' marks Tinie Tempah's third studio album and comes after a five-year hiatus following 'Demonstration' in 2013. At this point in his career, Tempah was seeking to reclaim his prominence in the UK music scene while experimenting with new sounds and collaborations.
If you like
drum and bass, dubstep, grime

Youth is an album by Tinie Tempah, released in 2017. Youth blends vibrant UK rap with electronic influences, capturing an energetic and youthful spirit. The album peaked at number 10 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing a resurgence for Tempah after a period of relative quiet. It features hits like 'Girls Like' and 'Not Letting Go', both of which contributed to its commercial success and highlighted his ability to blend genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Youth sound like?

Youth blends vibrant UK rap with electronic influences, capturing an energetic and youthful spirit. Rooted in drum and bass and dubstep.

What makes Youth by Tinie Tempah notable?

The album peaked at number 10 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing a resurgence for Tempah after a period of relative quiet. It features hits like 'Girls Like' and 'Not Letting Go', both of which contributed to its commercial success and highlighted his ability to blend genres. Released on April 14, 2017, 'Youth' marks Tinie Tempah's third studio album and comes after a five-year hiatus following 'Demonstration' in 2013. At this point in his career, Tempah was seeking to reclaim his prominence in the UK music scene while experimenting with new sounds and collaborations.

Who is Youth for?

Youth works well if you're into steady flow with varied energy, upbeat anthems for social settings and engaging tracks for road trips.

How many songs are on Youth?

Youth has 17 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.

Tracklist

17 tracks·59:24

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

  • 1 Youth 3:12
  • 2 Not for the Radio 4:05
  • 3 Lightwork 3:44
  • 4 Chasing Flies Standout 3:20
  • 5 Mamacita 3:40
  • 6 Text From Your Ex 3:26
  • 7 Cameras 4:03
  • 8 If You Know 3:40
  • 9 Holy Moly 2:41
  • 10 Girls Like Standout 3:15
  • 11 Something Special 2:09
  • 12 They Don’t Know 3:37
  • 13 So Close 4:18
  • 14 Find Me 4:24
  • 15 Rehab 3:03
  • 16 Shadows 2:58
  • 17 Not Letting Go Standout 3:49

Release Date

April 14, 2017

Genre

drum and bass, dubstep, grime

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

59 min 24 sec