10 is a rare finale that actually feels like a climax. It’s a celebratory, bloated, beautiful, and grimey conclusion to a series that changed the landscape of independent rap. It cements Westside Gunn not just as a rapper, but as one of the most important visionaries in modern music.
Appearances from Stove God Cook$ —who effectively serves as the album's MVP—and Rome Streetz show that the future of the label is in elite hands. ALBUM: Westside Gunn – Hitler Wears Hermes 10 [...
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Hearing Gunn, Conway the Machine , and Benny the Butcher trade verses on "George Bondo" and "Science Class" reminds listeners why Griselda became a global phenomenon. Appearances from Stove God Cook$ —who effectively serves
Securing verses from Black Star (Mos Def & Talib Kweli) and Run The Jewels elevates the project from a street classic to a hip-hop event.
Westside Gunn himself remains the ultimate master of ceremonies. While he may not technicality-outrap his guests, his ad-libs, charismatic delivery, and sheer presence tie the project together. Whether he’s rapping about shooting out of a Maybach or the fine textures of a Celine jacket, he makes the listener feel like they are front row at a Paris fashion show that’s being held in a crack house.
Gunn has always been a "wrestling promoter" at heart, and 10 features a star-studded card. The chemistry remains unmatched: