Wesley's Theory: 5* Pretty much perfect
For Free? 4* Hilarious but I wish they'd picked a less annoying sounding woman
King Kunta 5* Also basically perfect
Institutionalized 5* Probably my favorite track. Brilliant lyrics, the beat change gives me goosebumps every time, the flow and melody are lovely...just fantastic. One of my favorite songs ever.
These Walls 4.5* I think the last verse is a weird change in direction and the monotone rapping is a little bland, otherwise incredible
u 4* The second half is mind-blowing, the first half is only okay
Alright 4* Just a standard poppy track, I expect this to be a hit single
For Sale? 3* Doesn't work as well for me as some of the rest of the album
Momma 2.5* Average song. The only track on the album that I would describe as less than "good"
Hood Politics 5* Another god-tier track, holy hell
How Much a Dollar Cost 5* Sorry but I can't see how anyone could be anything but blown away upon hearing this track.
Complexion 4.5* Love the message, love Rapsody's verse, don't love how Kendrick's lyrics overlap a little bit
The Blacker the Berry 5* So ****ing good, what more can I say at this point?
You Ain't Gotta Lie 4* Really nice but not among the most memorable tracks
i 4.5* The "negus" rant is skippable for me, otherwise amazing track
Mortal Man 5* The music is amazing, the rapping is bomb, the lyrics are wonderful, the Tupac interview is fantastic, the finishing of the poem is goosebumps-worthy
Overall? Even despite some of the tracks not being that great standalone they still work perfectly in the context of the album and delivering his messages. Still 10/10 from me, still one of my favorite albums ever. I've listened at least once a day since it was released.
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