Uncomfortable (album)
2015 studio album by Andy Mineo
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Uncomfortable is the second studio album by Andy Mineo. The album was released on September 18, 2015, by Reach Records.
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| Released | September 18, 2015 | |||
| Genre | Christian hip hop | |||
| Length | 44:41 | |||
| Label | Reach | |||
| Producer | 42 North, Alex Medina, Black Knight, Daniel Steele, Dirty Rice, Elhae, Gabriel Lambirth, Gawvi, Illmind, Jon Bellion (add.), Joseph Prielozny, Wit, Syk Sense, Andy Mineo | |||
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Critical reception
Awarding the album four stars from Jesus Freak Hideout, Kevin Hoskins states, "Uncomfortable is a good release and Mineo hits home on some serious thoughts for rap fans to consider."[5] Mark Ryan, giving the album five stars at New Release Today, writes, "It is masterfully thought out, and the entire album moves through a progression of many levels of discomfort for the listener."[6] Rating the album three and a half X's for HipHopDX, Franklin Benjamin says, "It is easy to predict how Uncomfortable will be received: powerful and uplifting if you’re into Christian Rap and love Jesus, a well-produced album if you’re not and don’t, and corny if you think waiting to have sex before marriage is the worst invention of all time."[4]
Calvin Moore, indicating in a two and a half star review by The Christian Manifesto, wrote, "Ultimately, Uncomfortable is a disappointment."[3] Signaling in an eight and a half out of ten review at Christ Core, Bryce Cooley recognizes, "Uncomfortable brings a timelessness that will endure".[1] Chris Major, specifying in a four star review by The Christian Beat, replies, "With a mix of thought-provoking lyrics combined with encouragement and a range of beats, Uncomfortable is an ambitious and bold entry into Christian rap and hip hop that convicts, inspires, and encourages."[2]
Commercial performance
The album debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 with 35,000 copies sold in its first week.[7]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Producer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Uncomfortable" | Illmind, Gabriel Lambirth, Joseph Prielozny (additional), and Gawvi (additional) | 4:00 |
| 2. | "Uptown" | Alex Medina, Wit, and Illmind | 3:55 |
| 3. | "Now I Know" | Chef Byer | 3:49 |
| 4. | "Desperados" (featuring Mali Music) | Illmind, Gabriel Lambirth, and Gawvi (post-production) | 3:36 |
| 5. | "Hear My Heart" | Wit, 42 North, Illmind (additional), and Joseph Prielozny (additional) | 3:01 |
| 6. | "David's Roof" | Wit and 42 North | 1:10 |
| 7. | "Rat Race" (featuring Jon Bellion) | Illmind and Jon Bellion (additional) | 3:13 |
| 8. | "Know That's Right" | Black Knight and Illmind | 3:47 |
| 9. | "Vendetta" | Andy Mineo, Joseph Prielozny, Gawvi, Elhae, Dirty Rice, Alexander Hitchens and Illmind (additional) | 4:28 |
| 10. | "Ghost" | Syk Sense | 4:00 |
| 11. | "Love" | Wit, Daniel Steele, and 42 North (additional) | 3:08 |
| 12. | "Strange Motions" (featuring Willow Stephens) | Wit and 42 North | 2:19 |
| 13. | "Make Me a Believer" (featuring Mac Powell) | Wit and 42 North | 4:23 |
| Total length: | 44:41 | ||
Additional credits
- "Uncomfortable" contains background vocals performed by Mali Music
- "Uptown" contains uncredited vocals performed by Willow Stephens & Flaco Navaja
- "Now I Know" contains uncredited vocals performed by Dustin "DAB" Bowie & Mr. Talkbox
- "Desperados" contains background vocals performed by BrvndonP & Dre "The Giant" Garcia
- "Hear My Heart" contains uncredited vocals performed by Crystal Nicole
- "David's Roof" contains background vocals performed by Flaco Navaja
- "Know That's Right" contains uncredited vocals performed by Eris Ford
- "Ghost" contains uncredited vocals performed by Xavier Omär
- "Love" contains uncredited vocals performed by Leah Smith
- "Make Me A Believer" contains background vocals performed by Christon Gray & Kelly Shahbazian
Chart performance
| Chart (2015) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard 200[8] | 10 |
| US Top Christian Albums (Billboard)[9] | 1 |
| US Independent Albums (Billboard)[10] | 1 |
| US Top Rap Albums (Billboard)[11] | 3 |