Home Sweet Home cover

Home Sweet Home

Kano · 2005

61 min · 16 tracks · R&B · grime · UK rap

A vibrant blend of UK garage and grime, showcasing Kano's sharp lyricism over dynamic beats.

Why listen to this

Best for
dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing experiences long, immersive listening sessions
Context
Released on June 27, 2005, 'Home Sweet Home' was Kano's debut album, marking his entry into the UK rap scene as a prominent voice. Prior to this, he gained attention with singles like 'P's & Q's', setting the stage for his unique style that blends personal storytelling with social commentary.
If you like
R&B, grime, UK rap
What next
London Town — Continues the blend of UK garage and grime with deeper themes.

Home Sweet Home is an album by Kano, released in 2005. A vibrant blend of UK garage and grime, showcasing Kano's sharp lyricism over dynamic beats. The album received critical acclaim for its authentic representation of London life and helped solidify Kano's status within the grime movement. It peaked at number 36 on the UK Albums Chart and is often cited as a defining work in the genre, influencing subsequent artists with its raw narrative style. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Home Sweet Home sound like?

A vibrant blend of UK garage and grime, showcasing Kano's sharp lyricism over dynamic beats. Rooted in R&B and grime.

What makes Home Sweet Home by Kano notable?

The album received critical acclaim for its authentic representation of London life and helped solidify Kano's status within the grime movement. It peaked at number 36 on the UK Albums Chart and is often cited as a defining work in the genre, influencing subsequent artists with its raw narrative style. Released on June 27, 2005, 'Home Sweet Home' was Kano's debut album, marking his entry into the UK rap scene as a prominent voice. Prior to this, he gained attention with singles like 'P's & Q's', setting the stage for his unique style that blends personal storytelling with social commentary.

Who is Home Sweet Home for?

Home Sweet Home works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, wave-like pacing experiences and long, immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Home Sweet Home?

Home Sweet Home has 16 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·61:48

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

  • 1 Home Sweet Home Standout 3:37
  • 2 Ghetto Kid Standout 3:04
  • 3 P’s & Q’s Standout 4:08
  • 4 Reload It 3:47
  • 5 Typical Me 4:34
  • 6 Mic Check 3:11
  • 7 Sometimes 3:35
  • 8 9 to 5 2:10
  • 9 Nite Nite 4:45
  • 10 Brown Eyes 3:49
  • 11 Remember Me 3:15
  • 12 I Don’t Know Why 3:56
  • 13 How We Livin’ 3:48
  • 14 Nobody Don’t Dance No More 3:52
  • 15 Signs in Life 6:09
  • 16 Boys Love Girls 4:02

Release Date

June 27, 2005

Genre

UK rap, grime

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

61 min 48 sec