El Capo
Jim Jones · 2019
58 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A gritty exploration of ambition and struggle set against hard-hitting beats and vivid storytelling.
El Capo is an album by Jim Jones, released in 2019. A gritty exploration of ambition and struggle set against hard-hitting beats and vivid storytelling. 'El Capo' received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and production quality, debuting at number 12 on the Billboard 200. The album helped re-establish Jones's presence in the hip-hop scene, influencing a new generation of artists while solidifying his legacy in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does El Capo sound like?
A gritty exploration of ambition and struggle set against hard-hitting beats and vivid storytelling. Rooted in hip-hop and gangsta rap.
What makes El Capo by Jim Jones notable?
'El Capo' received critical acclaim for its lyrical depth and production quality, debuting at number 12 on the Billboard 200. The album helped re-establish Jones's presence in the hip-hop scene, influencing a new generation of artists while solidifying his legacy in the genre. By 2019, Jim Jones was rejuvenating his career with 'El Capo', his first album in nearly a decade following 2010's 'Harlem: Diary of a Summer'. This record marked a significant return to the forefront of East Coast hip-hop, showcasing his evolution as an artist while maintaining the raw energy that defined his earlier work.
How many songs are on El Capo?
El Capo has 16 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cristal Occasions 3:30
- 2 Love of the Hustle 3:24
- 3 Make No Issues of It 3:18
- 4 NYC Standout 3:56
- 5 Good Die Young Standout 3:30
- 6 State of the Union 3:38
- 7 Pity in the Summer 4:12
- 8 My Era 3:58
- 9 Nothing Lasts 2:38
- 10 Cocaine Dreamin 4:30
- 11 Mama I Made It Standout 3:51
- 12 To Whom It May Concern 5:07
- 13 Sports Cars 3:21
- 14 Song Boxing 1:45
- 15 Bread Right 3:52
- 16 Don’t Know What They Took Him For 3:52
Release Date
January 1, 2019
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
58 min 22 sec
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