INNANETAPE
Mixtape by
Vic Mensa
ReleasedSeptember 30, 2013
Recorded2013; Chicago[1][2]
StudioTruth Studios, Los Angeles
GenreHip hop, psychedelic
Length52:55
LabelClosed Sessions
Producer
Vic Mensa chronology
Straight Up
(2010)		 INNANETAPE
(2013)		 There's Alot Going On
(2016)

Innanetape (stylized as INNANETAPE) is the debut mixtape by American rapper Vic Mensa. It was released on September 30, 2013, as a free digital download. The mixtape features guest appearances from Chance the Rapper, Ab-Soul, Rockie Fresh and BJ the Chicago Kid, as well as the production that was provided by Boi-1da, Hit-Boy, Cam for J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, Tae Beast, DJ Dahi, Om'Mas Keith, Christian Rich and Mensa himself.

Background

Vic Mensa told MTV; the inspiration for the mixtape came from him "tweakin' one night with a lot of friends at his homegirl's house." The following day he began recording material for mixtape, already had chosen the title Innanetape.[3] The title is a combination of the words "internet" and "mixtape".[4]

On August 30, 2013, Vic Mensa released a trailer for the mixtape parodying the beating of fellow Chicago rapper DJ Nate, who got robbed earlier in 2013.[5] The video also revealed a September 30, 2013 release date for the mixtape.[6] The mixtape featured guest appearances by Chance the Rapper, Ab-Soul, Rockie Fresh and BJ The Chicago Kid, along with production from Boi-1da, Hit-Boy, Tae Beast, DJ Dahi, The Maven Boys, Cam of J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, Michael Uzowuru, Christian Rich and Mensa himself.[3][7][8][9] Following the mixtape's release, Mensa toured with J. Cole and Wale.[1][2]

Critical response

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Exclaim!7/10[10]
HipHopDX(positive)[11]
Stereogum(positive)[12]
XXL4/5 (XL)[13]

Christian Mordi of XXL gave the mixtape a "XL" rating, stating "Mensa provides lyrical nourishment throughout Innanetape. Mensa showcases his ability to stand alone and make strong songs early in the tape with the playful “Orange Soda” and soulful “Lovely Day.” Vic doesn't get lost in the mix when sparring with rising stars in the game like TDE's Ab-Soul or MMG’s Rockie Fresh. In regards to flow, Vic shows a keen ability to bend words at will, cramming syllables into lines with obvious glee."[13] Steven Goldstein of HipHopDX deemed the mixtape a "free album", saying "There’s no ceiling on Vic Mensa’s crossover ability. Those who log on to his INNANET in search of diversion and socializing will be satisfied with the free form lyricism and upbeat tempo of the project’s first half, and those looking for something that runs deeper than the established culture will be thrilled with the latter half."[11] Del F. Cowie of Exclaim! said, "On the evidence of Innanetape, Mensa (aka Yung Netscape) defies the defunct nature of his alter ego and is definitely still around for a reason, poised to realize his potential."[10]

Year-end lists

Complex ranked the mixtape at number 34, on their list of the 50 best albums of 2013. They commented saying, "INNANETAPE displays Vic's talent in its fullest fruition yet. As a rapper, Vic is physical, contorting words and playing with sounds. He bends the meter of songs in unexpected ways and dances freely between rapping and singing his lyrics. He's fun to listen to, his writing is dizzyingly dense and consistently interesting. But INNANETAPE is more than a show of great rapping—it's also an ambitious, musically omnivorous project that demonstrates Vic is an artist with a broad vision and a strong sense for building songs."[14] Rolling Stone named it the seventh best mixtape of 2013. They elaborated saying, "Though he and Chance share a delirious flow and a keen eye for both self and society, Mensa's Innanetape is a bright blast of summertime sunshine highlighted by paeans to orange soda ("Orange Soda"), drugs ("Tweakin"), and, well, life ("Lovely Day").[15] XXL named it the eighth best mixtape of 2013. They commented saying, "Vic Mensa proves that he can standout with INNANETAPE. [...] The once frontman for popular band Kids These Days, he turns solo and puts out an impressive tape reflecting his experiences and observations of the turmoil in the Windy City. He displays great voice control, lyrical prowess and song-making ability throughout the record."[16]

Track listing

INNANETAPE
No.TitleProducer(s)[17]Length
1."Welcome to INNANET"
3:38
2."Orange Soda"Cam O'bi3:40
3."Lovely Day"
  • Vic Mensa
  • Cottontale
4:18
4."Tweakin'" (featuring Chance the Rapper)Michael Uzowuru3:44
5."Fun!" (Interlude) 0:38
6."Magic" (featuring Jesse Boykins III)Cottontale4:01
7."Time Is Money" (featuring Rockie Fresh)
4:57
8."YNSP" (featuring Eliza Doolittle)DJ Dahi4:36
9."Hollywood LA" (featuring Lili K.)
4:04
10."Holy Holy" (featuring Ab-Soul and BJ the Chicago Kid)
4:58
11."Fear & Doubt" (featuring Joey Purp and Kenna)Christian Rich4:11
12."Yap Yap"Uzowuru2:45
13."RUN!" (featuring Thundercat)
  • Vic Mensa
  • Cottontale
  • Keith[a]
3:30
14."That Nigga"Hit-Boy3:59

Notes

  • ^[a] signifies an additional producer

Personnel

References

  1. 1 2 Dan Hyman (2013-10-01). "Vic Mensa Goes Solo With 'INNANETAPE' | Music News". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  2. 1 2 "Vic Mensa Talks About "INNANETAPE" Release | Life+Times". Lifeandtimes.com. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  3. 1 2 Alexis, Nadeska (2013-10-18). "Vic Mensa's INNANETAPE Was Inspired By A Night Of Tweakin' - Music, Celebrity, Artist News". MTV.com. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  4. ↑ "Download Vic Mensa's Triumphantly Tongue-Twisting 'Innanetape' Now | SPIN | SPIN Mix | Songs". SPIN. 2013-09-30. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  5. ↑ Hudson, Alex (2013-08-30). "Vic Mensa Reveals 'Innanetape' Mixtape • News •". Exclaim.ca. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  6. ↑ "Vic Mensa Announces Release Date Of '#INNANETAPE" - XXL". Xxlmag.com. 2013-08-30. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  7. ↑ "Vic Mensa Releases 'INNANETAPE' Mixtape Featuring Chance The Rapper, Ab-Soul And Rockie Fresh - XXL". Xxlmag.com. 2013-09-30. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  8. ↑ "Download Vic Mensa's INNANETAPE Mixtape : BLARE". Blaremagazine.com. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  9. ↑ Vic Mensa. "Vic Mensa - INNANETAPE - Download & Stream". Djbooth.net. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  10. 1 2 Cowie, Del F. (2013-09-30). "Vic Mensa - Innanetape • Hip-Hop Reviews •". Exclaim.ca. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  11. 1 2 Goldstein, Steven (2013-10-10). "Vic Mensa - INNANETAPE (Mixtape Review) | Read Hip Hop Reviews, Rap Reviews & Hip Hop Album Reviews". HipHop DX. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  12. ↑ "Mixtape Of The Week: Vic Mensa Innanetape". Stereogum. 2013-10-23. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  13. 1 2 "Vic Mensa Shows He's Not A Kid Anymore On His Inventive 'INNANETAPE' Mixtape - XXL". Xxlmag.com. 2013-10-09. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
  14. ↑ "34. Vic Mensa, Innanetape — The 50 Best Albums of 2013". Complex. 2013-12-09. Retrieved 2014-02-20.
  15. ↑ "10 Best Mixtapes of 2013: Vic Mensa, 'Innanetape'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2014-02-20.
  16. ↑ "The 25 Best Mixtapes Of 2013 - Page 5 of 6 - XXL". Xxlmag.com. 2013-12-24. Retrieved 2014-02-20.
  17. ↑ "Vic Mensa - INNANETAPE - NoDJ". LiveMixtapes. Archived from the original on 28 February 2014. Retrieved 31 July 2017.
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