FLYGOD (2016) - Westside Gunn


"FLYGOD" is Westside Gunn’s debut studio album, released on March 11, 2016, and it’s a landmark project that solidified his place in the underground hip-hop scene. Known for its gritty production, vivid street storytelling, and signature high-pitched delivery, the album established the Griselda movement alongside Conway the Machine and Benny the Butcher.

It blends luxury talk with the harsh realities of street life, all wrapped in a soundscape that pulls from both raw boom-bap and avant-garde sampling. Westside Gunn’s charisma and artistic vision shine through, blending mafioso rap influences with modern-day hustle culture.

Tracklist

  1. Dunks (feat. Conway)
  2. Gustavo (feat. Keisha Plum)
  3. Shower Shoe Lords (feat. Benny)
  4. Vivian at the Art Basel
  5. Hall (feat. Conway & Mach-Hommy)
  6. Free Chapo (feat. Conway)
  7. Over Gold (feat. Meyhem Lauren)
  8. Bodies on Fairfax (feat. Danny Brown)
  9. Mr. T
  10. Chine Gun (feat. Conway)
  11. Omar’s Coming (feat. Conway)
  12. King City (feat. Skyzoo)
  13. Dudley Boyz (feat. Action Bronson)
  14. 55 & a Half (feat. Roc Marciano)
  15. Outro (feat. Keisha Plum)

"FLYGOD" is a masterclass in curating features and beats. The album is laced with dusty, soulful loops and minimal drum work, crafted by producers like Daringer and The Alchemist. Westside Gunn’s delivery—equal parts menacing and flamboyant—stands out, especially when paired with Griselda’s signature aesthetic of luxury mixed with raw street wisdom.

Key Tracks:

  • Dunks – A chilling introduction with Conway delivering one of his hardest verses.
  • Shower Shoe Lords – Reflective yet grim storytelling, with Benny matching Westside Gunn’s energy.
  • Bodies on Fairfax – An experimental highlight featuring Danny Brown’s off-kilter energy.
  • Dudley Boyz – A fan-favorite, blending pro-wrestling references with braggadocious bars, anchored by a playful verse from Action Bronson.
  • 55 & a Half – Roc Marciano’s guest appearance adds a luxurious, mafioso touch.

"FLYGOD" wasn’t just an album—it was a statement. It introduced the world to the Griselda aesthetic: raw, unfiltered street narratives over minimalist, loop-heavy beats. This project laid the foundation for Westside Gunn’s future projects while establishing Griselda as a dominant force in underground hip-hop.

The beauty of "FLYGOD" lies in its curation—every guest fits the mood, every beat is chosen with purpose. It’s a cohesive body of work where Westside Gunn’s artistic vision is clear. For anyone diving into the Griselda universe, this is required listening.

Favorite Tracks:

  • Shower Shoe Lords
  • Dudley Boyz
  • Bodies on Fairfax
  • 55 & a Half

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