Ultimate Victory
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| Studio album by Chamillionaire | ||||
| Released |
September 18, 2007 (see release history) | |||
| Recorded | 2006–2007 | |||
| Genre | Hip hop, southern hip hop, political hip hop | |||
| Length | 79:47 | |||
| Label | Chamillitary, Universal | |||
| Producer | J.R. Rotem, Play-N-Skillz, Happy Perez, Rick Rock, Kane Beatz, The Runners, The Beat Bullies, Jomeezius The Genius | |||
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Ultimate Victory is the second studio album by American rapper Chamillionaire. It was released on September 18, 2007. The album debuted at number 8 on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling 79,000 copies in the first week.[3] It is notable for not containing any profanity.
Critical reception
Ultimate Victory was generally well received by most critics.
- Rolling Stone - 3.5 stars out of 5 - praised the title track stating, "“The Ultimate Victory”—on which Chamillionaire expresses sympathy for media-dogged celebrities like Eminem and Britney Spears and admits, "I'm still filled with doubt"—might be the most personally reflective hip-hop track since Slim Shady himself stepped to the mic."
- Allmusic - 3.5 stars out of 5 - "A positive outlook for the future of the genre."
- Allhiphop.com 8.5 out of 10 - "Chamillionaire's flow and lyricism is rampant through each track on Ultimate Victory."
- Hip Hop DX - 3.5 out of 5 "Chamillionaire effortlessly transitions from one subject to the next without coming off too overbearing or preachy. Blending his trademark, butter-smooth melodies with hard-hitting beats and intricate punch lines, The Ultimate Victory is an interesting blend of braggadocio, thought-provoking, political undertones and bravado, something rarely seen from today’s mainstream MC."
| Professional ratings | |
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| Review scores | |
| Source | Rating |
| About.com |   [4] |
| AllHipHop | (8.5/10)[5] |
| Allmusic |  [6] |
| Entertainment Weekly | (B)[7] |
| PopMatters | (7/10)[8] |
| Rolling Stone | [9] |
| Stylus Magazine | B−[10] |
| USA Today | [11] |
| XXL | (L)[12] |
Track listing
| # | Song Title | Featured guest(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1 | "The Morning News" | Kane Beatz | 3:58 | |
| 2 | "Hip Hop Police" | Slick Rick | J.R. Rotem | 4:11 |
| 3 | "Standing Ovation" | Kane Beatz | 4:27 | |
| 4 | "Won't Let You Down" | Kevin Cossom | Kane Beatz | 4:37 |
| 5 | "Industry Groupie" | J.R. Rotem | 3:32 | |
| 6 | "Pimp Mode" | Bun B | Happy Perez | 5:22 |
| 7 | "Rock Star" | Lil Wayne | The Beat Bullies | 5:00 |
| 8 | "Skit" | 3:04 | ||
| 9 | "The Bill Collecta" | Krayzie Bone | Play-N-Skillz | 3:51 |
| 10 | "The Ultimate Vacation" | The Beat Bullies | 4:05 | |
| 11 | "Come Back to the Streets" | The Runners | 4:52 | |
| 12 | "I Think I Love You" | The Beat Bullies | 4:43 | |
| 13 | "The Evening News" | Kane Beatz | 4:08 | |
| 14 | "Welcome to the South" | Pimp C | Kane Beatz | 4:12 |
| 15 | "You Must Be Crazy" | Lil Ken | Jomeezius The Genius | 4:54 |
| 16 | "We Breakin Up" | CHOPS | 4:40 | |
| 17 | "Skit: Stuck in the Ghetto" | Tony Henry | 1:45 | |
| 18 | "Rocky Road" | Devin the Dude | Happy Perez | 4:59 |
| 19 | "The Ultimate Victory" | Happy Perez | 3:11 | |
| 20 | "Somebody's Gonna Get Hurt" (Best Buy digital bonus track) | Rick Rock | 3:25 | |
| 21 | "Keep It on the Hush" (Best Buy digital bonus track) | Lloyd | Matty P | 4:01 |
| 22 | "Still Countin' My Cash" (iTunes bonus track) | TrakTwinz.com | 4:25 |
Samples
- "The Morning News"
- "Hip Hop Police
- "Gin and Juice" by Snoop Dogg
- "Industry Groupie"
- "The Ultimate Victory"
- "Pollution" by Baby Bash
Chart position
| Chart(s) (2007) | Peak Position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard 200 | 8 |
| US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums (Billboard) | 3 |
| US Top Rap Albums (Billboard) | 3 |
Bonus DVD
Chamillionaire released his Bonus DVD to Ultimate Victory. This DVD is only in exclusive double-pack in BET Edition available at Wal-Mart.
DVD features are:
- ACCESS GRANTED: "Turn It Up", "Ridin'", "Grown & Sexy", "Hip-Hop Police"/"Evening News"
- 106 & PARK: Chamillionaire Interview
- BET Spring Bling 2007 Performance
- BET Black Collage Tour
- Fly Rydes
Music videos:
- "Hip Hop Police"
- "The Evening News"
Release history
| Region | Date |
|---|---|
| United States | September 18, 2007 |
| United Kingdom | October 1, 2007 |
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