Lights Out
Lil Wayne · 2000
75 min · 19 tracks · trap music · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A gritty exploration of street life, layered with sharp lyrics and Southern bounce influences.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady pacing for focused listening gritty narratives of street life consistent flow with gradual development
- Context
- Released on December 19, 2000, 'Lights Out' was Lil Wayne's second studio album, following his debut 'Tha Block Is Hot.' At this point in his career, Wayne was beginning to shed his juvenile image while delving deeper into the complexities of adult life and the harsh realities surrounding him.
- If you like
- trap music, gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop
Lights Out is an album by Lil Wayne, released in 2000. A gritty exploration of street life, layered with sharp lyrics and Southern bounce influences. 'Lights Out' marked a significant step for Lil Wayne as he began to establish his identity within Southern hip-hop. Although it did not achieve commercial success like its predecessor, it showcased Wayne's burgeoning lyrical prowess and laid the groundwork for his later masterpieces, influencing a wave of Southern artists in the years that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lights Out sound like?
A gritty exploration of street life, layered with sharp lyrics and Southern bounce influences. Rooted in trap music and gangsta rap.
What makes Lights Out by Lil Wayne notable?
'Lights Out' marked a significant step for Lil Wayne as he began to establish his identity within Southern hip-hop. Although it did not achieve commercial success like its predecessor, it showcased Wayne's burgeoning lyrical prowess and laid the groundwork for his later masterpieces, influencing a wave of Southern artists in the years that followed. Released on December 19, 2000, 'Lights Out' was Lil Wayne's second studio album, following his debut 'Tha Block Is Hot.' At this point in his career, Wayne was beginning to shed his juvenile image while delving deeper into the complexities of adult life and the harsh realities surrounding him.
Who is Lights Out for?
Lights Out works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, gritty narratives of street life and consistent flow with gradual development.
How many songs are on Lights Out?
Lights Out has 19 tracks, running approximately 75 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro (Watch Them People) 0:34
- 2 Get Off the Corner Standout 4:45
- 3 On the Grind 3:51
- 4 Hit U Up 5:11
- 5 Everything Standout 4:42
- 6 F**k Wit Me Now Standout 4:33
- 7 Lil One 3:11
- 8 Break Me Off 4:25
- 9 Skit 0:42
- 10 Wish You Would 4:14
- 11 Grown Man 4:33
- 12 Shine 5:04
- 13 Jump Jiggy 4:13
- 14 Realized 4:00
- 15 Tha Blues 3:49
- 16 Let’s Go 4:22
- 17 Biznite 4:44
- 18 Act a A** 4:08
- 19 Beef 4:24
Release Date
December 19, 2000
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
75 min 34 sec
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