Mad Skillz's GRAMMY®-nominated album The Seven Number Ones is a captivating spoken word and poetry project that chronicles seven pivotal events that reshaped his life. Renowned for his storytelling prowess within the hip-hop realm, Skillz ventures into personal territory on this deeply reflective album. He revisits defining moments through vivid narratives that intertwine childhood memories, transformative life lessons, and the triumphs and setbacks of his journey. With roots firmly planted in Virginia's music scene, Skillz brings an unmistakable authenticity and emotional depth to each track, creating a compelling audio memoir that resonates with both longtime fans and newcomers.
Blending spoken word with poetic storytelling, The Seven Number Ones transcends traditional genre boundaries. The album’s lyrical intensity is balanced by its introspective tone, allowing listeners a rare glimpse into the mind of an artist celebrated for his lyrical wit and unflinching honesty. Themes of perseverance, success, failure, and personal growth unfold across the album, reminding listeners of the universal power of resilience. Through Skillz’s dynamic delivery and masterful wordplay, the album transforms deeply personal experiences into universally relatable stories.
Born Shaqwan Lewis in Detroit and raised in Richmond, Virginia, Mad Skillz emerged as a hip-hop luminary with a career spanning decades. From his groundbreaking debut From Where??? to becoming a sought-after ghostwriter and celebrated MC, Skillz’s journey has been defined by lyrical excellence and unwavering authenticity. His enduring influence in the music industry, bolstered by his acclaimed “Rap Up” series and the creation of Hip Hop Confessions, underscores his status as a true innovator. With The Seven Number Ones, Skillz solidifies his legacy as a storyteller whose words transcend beats, leaving an indelible mark on both hip-hop and spoken word culture.
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REVIEWS
"Mad Skillz delivers an album that is as visual as it is poetic."
—Questlove
"One of the most creative and important lyricists of our day, your favorite rappers favorite rapper. Now transcending to the spoken word album The Seven Number Ones, my brother Mad Skillz delivers an incredible display of emotion, vulnerability and wordplay that is unmatched."
—Adam Blackstone
"Our world has always known Mad Skillz has mad skills. Lyrically he has always been a light on the angle of subjects and matters most overlooked. Now, it is his time to shine."
—Pharrell Williams
"...an MC renowned for his lyrical Skillz (pun intended), expressing his feelings & sharing his experiences/history in a way that's both different and familiar. This album is just that. It's beautiful, emotional, an open window to who he is."
— James Poyser
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