Glockoma 2 is the third studio album by American rapper Key Glock. It was released on February 24, 2023, through Paper Route Empire. The album peaked at number 13 on the US Billboard 200.
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| Released | February 24, 2023 | |||
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| Length | 40:29 | |||
| Label | Paper Route Empire | |||
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Background and promotion
editThe album serves as the sequel to Key Glock's 2018 mixtape Glockoma. According to producer Bandplay, most of the album was recorded during the European leg of Key Glock's summer 2022 tour.[1]
On December 7, 2022, Key Glock announced a supporting tour for the album, which included dates from March 5 to April 28, 2023.[2] Three days prior to the album's release, Key Glock revealed the album's track listing on social media.[3] The album cover took inspiration from When the Pawn... by Fiona Apple.[4]
On June 23, 2023, Key Glock released the deluxe version of the album, featuring 8 additional songs.[5]
Singles
editThe album's lead single, "From Nothing", was released on August 17, 2022.[6] The album's second single, "Work", was released on February 17, 2023.[7] The album's third single, "Dirt", was released on February 22, 2023.[8] The lead single for the deluxe version of the album, "Presidential Rolex", was released on June 19, 2023.[9]
Critical reception
edit| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |   [10] |
| HipHopDX | 3.7/5[11] |
| Pitchfork | 7.0/10[12] |
| RapReviews | 7/10[13] |
Reviewing for AllMusic, Paul Simpson wrote, "Most of the subject matter on Glockoma 2 is nothing new for the rapper -- the lyrics are generally focused on hustling hard to make as much money as possible, with detailed verses about sex, gun violence, and drugs. However, he maintains a skillful, seemingly effortless rhyming style, and some of the production is highly inventive"[10] Eric Diep of HipHopDX wrote, "While Glock's sequel tape doesn't quite capture the spontaneous energy of his breakout predecessors, there's plenty of flex raps, pimp energy and Memphis rap signatures to get Huey's and Gus's jumping."[11]
Track listing
editAll tracks are written by Markeyvius LaShun Cathey
| No. | Title | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Dirt" | King Ceeo | 3:19 |
| 2. | "Work" | Bandplay | 2:23 |
| 3. | "Randy Orton" | Aim On My Neck | 2:53 |
| 4. | "Chromosomes" | Bandplay | 2:31 |
| 5. | "2 for 1" |
| 2:59 |
| 6. | "Pop My Shit" |
| 2:31 |
| 7. | "Designer Down" | Bankroll Got It | 2:28 |
| 8. | "From Nothing" | Blondobeats | 2:49 |
| 9. | "Key Rex" | Bandplay | 2:13 |
| 10. | "In & Outta Town" | Hitkidd | 2:22 |
| 11. | "Fuck Dat Shit" | Bandplay | 3:17 |
| 12. | "Money Over Hoes" | Bandplay, Nemo Odysseus | 2:37 |
| 13. | "Ratchet" | Bandplay | 2:35 |
| 14. | "Homicide Gvng" | Mannie IL | 2:52 |
| 15. | "Fuck a Feature" | DY | 2:40 |
| Total length: | 40:29 | ||
All tracks are written by Markeyvius LaShun Cathey
| No. | Title | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Sucker Free" |
| 2:03 |
| 2. | "Let's Go" |
| 2:20 |
| 3. | "No Hook" |
| 2:11 |
| 4. | "Penny" |
| 2:13 |
| 5. | "MaMa Said" |
| 2:29 |
| 6. | "Presidential Rolex" |
| 2:28 |
| 7. | "Lean Habits" |
| 2:33 |
| 8. | "Last Man Standing" |
| 2:35 |
| Total length: | 59:24 | ||
Charts
edit| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
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| US Billboard 200[14] | 13 |
Certifications
edit| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
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| United States (RIAA)[15] | Gold | 500,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
edit- ^ Saponara, Michael (March 1, 2023). "A Night With Key Glock, Rap's Reclusive Star". Billboard. Retrieved March 18, 2023.
- ^ Darville, Jordan (December 7, 2022). "Key Glock reveals 2023 tour dates". The Fader. Retrieved March 18, 2023.
- ^ Williams, Aaron (February 21, 2023). "Key Glock Unveiled The Tracklist For His 'Glockoma 2' Project". Uproxx. Retrieved March 18, 2023.
- ^ Williams, Aaron (February 21, 2023). "Key Glock 'Glockoma 2'". Genius. Retrieved February 21, 2023.
- ^ Fisher, Caroline (June 24, 2023). "Key Glock Unveils Eight New Tracks On "Glockoma 2 (Deluxe)"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
- ^ Espinoza, Joshua (August 17, 2022). "Watch Key Glock's Video for New Track "From Nothing"". Complex. Retrieved March 18, 2023.
- ^ Pointer, Flisadam (February 17, 2023). "Key Glock Is Here To 'Work' On His New Laser-Focused Single Off Of His Forthcoming Album 'Glockoma 2'". Uproxx. Retrieved March 18, 2023.
- ^ Cho, Regina (February 22, 2023). "Key Glock drops off new "Dirt" single". Revolt. Retrieved March 18, 2023.
- ^ Grant, Shawn (2023-06-21). "Key Glock Delivers "Presidential Rolex" Video Ahead of 'Glockoma 2' Deluxe Edition". The Source. Retrieved 2023-06-28.
- ^ a b Simpson, Paul. "Key Glock - Glockoma 2 Album Reviews, Songs & More". AllMusic. Retrieved March 18, 2023.
- ^ a b Diep, Eric (February 23, 2023). "Key Glock 'Glockoma 2' Keeps the Block Hot". HipHopDX. Retrieved March 18, 2023.
- ^ Smith, Nadine (July 3, 2023). "Key Glock - Glockoma 2(Deluxe) Album Review". Pitchfork. Condé Nast. Retrieved December 24, 2023.
- ^ Juon, Steve (March 7, 2023). "Key Glock :: Glockoma 2". RapReviews. Retrieved March 18, 2023.
- ^ @billboardcharts (March 6, 2023). "Debuts on this week's #Billboard200 (1/3)..." (Tweet). Retrieved March 7, 2023 – via Twitter.
- ^ "American album certifications – Key Glock – Glockoma 2". Recording Industry Association of America.