AJ Tracey (album)

Last updated

AJ Tracey
AJ Tracey - AJ Tracey.png
Studio album by
AJ Tracey
Released8 February 2019 (2019-02-08)
Genre
Length48:04
Label Self-released
Producer
AJ Tracey chronology
Secure the Bag!
(2017)		AJ Tracey
(2019)		Secure the Bag! 2
(2020)
AJ Tracey albums chronology
AJ Tracey
(2019)		 Flu Game
(2021)
No.TitleProducer(s) [20] Length
1."Plan B"Cadenza3:16
2."Jackpot" Maaly Raw 2:59
3."Rina"Nyge2:47
4."Wifey Riddim 3"
2:52
5."Double C's"Sushi Ceej4:08
6."Country Star"Kazza3:24
7."Psych Out!"
  • Rex Kudo
  • Charlie Handsome
2:55
8."Butterflies" (with Not3s)Nyge3:44
9."Necklace" (with Jay Critch)
  • 1Mind
  • Wallis Lane
3:46
10."Prada Me"
  • 1Mind
  • Keith Varon
3:21
11."Ladbroke Grove"Conducta3:10
12."Doing It"Swifta Beater3:03
13."Nothing But Net" (with Giggs)
  • ADP
  • Nyge
3:07
14."Horror Flick"Swifta Beater2:50
15."Triple S"Malik Ninety Five2:42
Total length:48:04
Deluxe edition (bonus tracks) [8]
No.TitleProducer(s)Length
16."Halloween" (featuring Young Adz)Nyge2:25
17."Migos"M1OnTheBeat3:38
18."Cat Pack"Take a Daytrip2:45
19."Floss" (featuring MoStack and Not3s)
3:02
20."Zelda" (featuring SahBabii and Safe)
4:09
Total length:64:03

Samples

Notes

Charts

Certifications

RegionCertification Certified units/sales
United Kingdom (BPI) [28] Gold100,000‡

‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

Related Research Articles

<i>Flu Game</i> 2021 studio album by AJ Tracey

Flu Game is the second studio album by British rapper AJ Tracey. It was released through Revenge Records on 16 April 2021. The album features guest appearances from Nav, Digga D, T-Pain, Kehlani, SahBabii, Millie Go Lightly, MoStack, and Mabel. The production is handled by AJ Tracey himself and executive producer Nyge, alongside The Elements, 5ive Beatz, AOD, Fred Again, Take a Daytrip, Pxcoyo, Yung Swisher, Kazza, Swidom, Yoz Beatz, Ryfy, Mark Raggio, Venna, and JBJ.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">AJ Tracey</span> British rapper and record producer

Ché Wolton Grant, known professionally as AJ Tracey, is an independent British rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is from Ladbroke Grove, West London. Tracey rose to popularity in 2016 and was listed by The Guardian in a list of "best new acts to catch at festivals in 2016".

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Dave (rapper)</span> British rapper (born 1998)

David Orobosa Michael Omoregie, also known as Santan Dave, or professional name Dave, is a British rapper. He is known for his socially conscious lyricism and wordplay.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Jay Critch</span> American rapper from New York

Jason Cole Critchlow, known professionally as Jay Critch, is an American rapper, singer and songwriter. He is currently signed with Rich Forever Music.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Not3s</span> British rapper and singer

Lukman Olanrewaju Odunaike, better known by his stage name Not3s, is a British singer and rapper from Hackney, London. His songs include "My Lover" and "Fine Line", both of which are collaborations with Mabel.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Steel Banglez</span> British producer and solo artist

Pahuldip Singh Sandhu, known by his stage name Steel Banglez, is a British record producer and musician of Indian Punjabi descent. He is currently signed to Warner Bros. Records. Best known for his production work with artists including Mist, MoStack, J Hus and Wiley, Steel Banglez achieved his first chart hit as a lead artist when his track "Bad" reached the top 30 on the UK Singles Chart in February 2018. His highest-charting single on the UK Singles Chart is "Fashion Week" featuring British rappers AJ Tracey and MoStack which peaked at number 7.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Butterflies (AJ Tracey song)</span> 2018 single by AJ Tracey featuring Not3s

"Butterflies" is a single by British rapper AJ Tracey featuring British rapper Not3s. It was self-released on 30 May 2018 for digital download and streaming. The single appears on Tracey's self-titled debut album (2019). The song, produced by Nyge, became Tracey's first song to chart, peaking at number 19 on UK Singles Chart, and receiving a silver certification by British Phonographic Industry.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Slowthai</span> British rapper (born 1994)

Tyron Kaymone Frampton , better known by his stage name Slowthai, is a British rapper. Raised in Northampton, he rose to popularity in 2019 for his gritty and rough instrumentals and raw, politically charged lyrics, especially around Brexit and Theresa May's tenure as British prime minister. Slowthai placed fourth in the BBC Sound of 2019 and followed up in the same year with his debut studio album, Nothing Great About Britain. The album was nominated for the Mercury Prize; at Slowthai's 2019 Mercury Prize ceremony performance, he held a fake severed head of British prime minister Boris Johnson on stage, prompting controversy.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Headie One</span> British rapper

Irving Ampofo Adjei, known professionally as Headie One, is a British rapper and singer. In 2018 he released his second solo mixtape, titled ‘The One’, which included the single "Know Better" featuring rapper RV, it became an "underground hit". Headie One is a member of the UK drill group OFB and is considered to be a pioneer innovator of the UK drill scene.

Montell Samuel Daley, known professionally as MoStack, is a British rapper and singer from Hornsey in North London. After releasing a string of online songs and non-album singles between 2014 and 2016, he released his debut mixtape, High Street Kid on 2 June 2017; which debuted at number 16 on the UK Albums Chart. His debut studio album, Stacko, was released on 7 June 2019; and debuted at number 3 on the UK Albums Chart. In addition to his own material, MoStack is also known for featuring on the hit singles "No Words" and "Fashion Week" ; which peaked at number 17 and number 7 in the UK respectively.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">AJ Tracey discography</span>

British rapper AJ Tracey has released two studio albums, one compilation album, two mixtapes, six extended plays, and twenty-four singles.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Ladbroke Grove (song)</span> 2019 single by AJ Tracey

"Ladbroke Grove" is a song by British rapper AJ Tracey, written by AJ Tracey and Conducta and produced by Conducta. It was released on 4 June 2019 as the fifth single from AJ Tracey's self-titled debut album. The song contains a sample of "Wandering Romance", written by Jorja Smith, Michael Stafford and Felix Joseph, and performed by Jorja Smith. The song is based in the area of the same name in west London.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Aitch (rapper)</span> British rapper

Harrison James Armstrong, known professionally as Aitch, is a British rapper from Manchester. He rose to fame in 2018 with the track "Straight Rhymez". His debut studio album Close to Home (2022) reached number two on the UK Albums Chart.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Top Winners</span> 2020 single by Tinie featuring Not3s

"Top Winners" is a song by British rapper Tinie featuring vocals from British singer-songwriter and rapper Not3s. The song was released as a single on 16 March 2020. The song peaked at number sixty-four on the UK Singles Chart. The song was written by Emile Laurent, Luke Odunaike, Patrick Okogwu and Victor Samuel.

<i>Struggle Before Glory</i> 2018 studio album by Smoke Dawg

Struggle Before Glory is the debut studio album by Canadian rapper Smoke Dawg. The album received an 8/10 rating by Exclaim!.

<i>Edna</i> (album) 2020 studio album by Headie One

Edna is the debut studio album by British rapper Headie One. It was released by Relentless Records on 9 October 2020. The album features guest appearances from M Huncho, AJ Tracey, Stormzy, Young T & Bugsey, Young Adz, Future, Drake, Skepta, Ivorian Doll, Kenny Beats, Aitch, Haile, Mahalia, and Kaash Paige. A deluxe version of the album was released on 12 February 2021 which features guest appearances from Rich the Kid, NorthSideBenji, Burna Boy and RV.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Central Cee</span> British rapper (born 1998)

Oakley Caesar-Su, known professionally as Central Cee, is a British rapper from Shepherd's Bush, London. He rose to prominence in 2020 with the release of the singles "Day in the Life" and "Loading". His first mixtape Wild West was released on 12 March 2021, which debuted at number two on the UK Albums Chart. His second mixtape 23 was released on 25 February 2022 and debuted atop the UK Albums Chart.

Rhys Angelo Emile Herbert, known professionally as Digga D, is a British rapper. He rose to fame in 2017 along with his UK drill collective CGM. His mixtapes Double Tap Diaries and Made In The Pyrex reached No. 11 and 3 on the UK Albums Chart, respectively. His third mixtape Noughty By Nature was released on 15 April 2022, debuting at number one on the UK Albums Chart. His fourth mixtape Back To Square One was released in August 2023.

<i>Made in the Pyrex</i> 2021 mixtape by Digga D

Made in the Pyrex is the second commercial mixtape by British rapper Digga D. It was released on 26 February 2021 by CGM. It features guest appearances from AJ Tracey, M1llionz, Sav'o and ZK.

<i>Noughty by Nature</i> 2022 mixtape by Digga D

Noughty by Nature is the third commercial mixtape by British rapper Digga D. It was released on 15 April 2022 by CGM. It features guest appearances from Still Brickin', Rack5, Dodgy, Horrid1, AJ Tracey, and Maverick Sabre, and American rappers B-Lovee, Moneybagg Yo, and Hotboii. The extended edition adds a further guest appearance from Arrdee. The mixtape debuted atop the UK Albums Chart, becoming Digga D's first number-one album.

References

  1. 1 2 3 Petridis, Alexis (7 February 2019). "AJ Tracey – AJ Tracey review: confident debut by cheeky chap of British rap | Alexis Petridis's album of the week". The Guardian . ISSN   0261-3077 . Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  2. 1 2 3 Bishop, Aaron (6 February 2019). "AJ Tracey - AJ Tracey". Clash . Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  3. 1 2 3 4 Clarke, Patrick (23 November 2018). "AJ Tracey on how he accidentally bought two baby goats". NME . Retrieved 27 November 2018.
  4. ↑ "Doing It – Single by AJ Tracey on Apple Music". Apple Music . Retrieved 21 November 2018.
  5. ↑ "Necklace – Single by AJ Tracey & Jay Critch on Apple Music". Apple Music . Retrieved 9 March 2019.
  6. 1 2 Renshaw, David (21 November 2018). "AJ Tracey announces debut album details". The Fader . Retrieved 27 November 2018.
  7. ↑ Nkonde, Chowa (21 November 2018). "AJ Tracey reveals self-titled debut album and UK and Ireland tour – News". Mixmag . Retrieved 27 November 2018.
  8. 1 2 3 "Aj Tracey (Deluxe) by AJ Tracey on Apple Music". Apple Music . Retrieved 2 September 2023.
  9. ↑ tracey, aj (29 November 2019). "Gold Album No Label pic.twitter.com/ETEocak4vQ". @ajtracey. Retrieved 29 November 2019.
  10. ↑ "Song of the Year nominees announced!". BRIT Awards. Retrieved 6 April 2020.
  11. 1 2 Kenneally, Cerys (23 November 2018). "AJ Tracey confirms his debut album will feature a couple of country tracks". The Line of Best Fit . Retrieved 27 November 2018.
  12. ↑ "AJ Tracey by AJ Tracey reviews | Any Decent Music". AnyDecentMusic? . Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  13. 1 2 "Critic Reviews for AJ Tracey - Metacritic". Metacritic . Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  14. 1 2 O'Connor, Roisin; Williams, Holly (7 February 2019). "AJ Tracey's debut album is his most cohesive work to date – review". The Independent . Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  15. 1 2 Higgins, Sam (4 February 2019). "On debut album, AJ Tracey sounds like the future of British rap". The Line of Best Fit . Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  16. 1 2 Connick, Tom (8 February 2019). "Aj Tracey – 'AJ Tracey' album review". NME . Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  17. 1 2 Empire, Kitty (10 February 2019). "AJ Tracey: AJ Tracey review – too adaptable by half". The Observer . ISSN   0029-7712 . Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  18. 1 2 Van Nguyen, Dean (11 February 2019). "AJ Tracey: AJ Tracey". Pitchfork . Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  19. ↑ "AJ Tracey's Debut Album is Set to Land in the Top 5 This Friday". Versus. 12 February 2019. Retrieved 15 September 2019.
  20. ↑ "AJ Tracey shares tracklist for hotly-anticipated debut album". NME . 8 January 2019. Retrieved 12 February 2019.
  21. ↑ "AJ Tracey Drops His Self-Titled Debut Album Featuring Giggs, Not3s, Conducta and More". versus.uk.com. 8 February 2019. Retrieved 19 February 2019.
  22. ↑ "Dutchcharts.nl – AJ Tracey – AJ Tracey" (in Dutch). Hung Medien. Retrieved 1 June 2019.
  23. ↑ "Official Irish Albums Chart Top 50". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 28 July 2022.
  24. ↑ "Official Scottish Albums Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  25. ↑ "Official Albums Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 16 February 2019.
  26. ↑ "Official R&B Albums Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 1 June 2019.
  27. ↑ "End of Year Album Chart Top 100 – 2019". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 4 January 2020.
  28. ↑ "British album certifications – AJ Tracey – AJ Tracey". British Phonographic Industry . Retrieved 30 November 2019.
This page is based on this Wikipedia article
Text is available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license; additional terms may apply.
Images, videos and audio are available under their respective licenses.