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140 Grime St

Kano · 2008

52 min · 16 tracks · R&B ยท grime ยท UK rap

A raw exploration of urban life, blending gritty beats with sharp lyrical storytelling.

140 Grime St is an album by Kano, released in 2008. A raw exploration of urban life, blending gritty beats with sharp lyrical storytelling. '140 Grime St' received critical acclaim for its authentic representation of grime culture and resonated within the UK music scene. The album further solidified Kano's standing as a leading voice in grime, earning recognition that contributed to the genre's mainstream acceptance in subsequent years. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 140 Grime St sound like?

A raw exploration of urban life, blending gritty beats with sharp lyrical storytelling. Rooted in R&B and grime.

What makes 140 Grime St by Kano notable?

'140 Grime St' received critical acclaim for its authentic representation of grime culture and resonated within the UK music scene. The album further solidified Kano's standing as a leading voice in grime, earning recognition that contributed to the genre's mainstream acceptance in subsequent years. By 2008, Kano was already established in the UK grime scene with his debut album 'Home Sweet Home' and the follow-up 'London Town'. '140 Grime St' marked a return to his roots, where he embraced the genre's foundational sounds after experimenting with broader influences. This album showcased Kano's growth as an MC and marked a significant moment in his artistic trajectory.

How many songs are on 140 Grime St?

140 Grime St has 16 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·52:28

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 140 Grime St Standout 2:14
  • 2 Hustler Standout 4:50
  • 3 Paper Standout 5:13
  • 4 Hunting We Will Go 4:31
  • 5 These MC's 3:32
  • 6 We Gangsta 4:10
  • 7 Anywhere We Go 2:59
  • 8 Missing Me 2:11
  • 9 Seems Like Things Have Changed 1:54
  • 10 Don't Come Around Here 4:41
  • 11 I Stand by It 0:46
  • 12 Soldier 3:46
  • 13 I Like It 2:45
  • 14 Off Licence 3:14
  • 15 Too Advanced 1:50
  • 16 Aim for the Sky 3:44

Release Date

September 29, 2008

Genre

UK rap, grime

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

52 min 28 sec