Mobb Deep’s Infinite proves that true grit never dies — even decades later, their sound still bleeds authenticity, hunger, and soul.
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TOP 5 SONGS
Honorable Mention. We The Real Thing
This s**t gives me G-Unit-era Mobb Deep vibes.
“We The Real Thing” rides on a gritty, hard-knocking beat that honestly sounds like it was made to blast through a flip phone speaker. Over it, Havoc and Prodigy go off with some of their toughest verses. Prodigy spits venom, laying out exactly how he deals with rap beef like he’s been waiting for someone to test him. Meanwhile, Havoc delivers his bars with the kind of energy that makes you picture him standing on a club table, talking wild to the opps across the room. He flexes his wins and the crew’s street respect with ease. Altogether, this might be the rawest joint on the album — and when Mobb Deep gets raw (pause), it always hits different.
5. Taj Mahal
I’m not sure how Prodigy was sober enough to remember what he did in the Taj Mahal…
“Taj Mahal” features a beat that is cold and hypnotic, carrying a drowsy energy that feels perfectly suited for late-night listening or cruising through the city. Prodigy opens the track with his signature storytelling, sharing experiences from a casino, a club, and a hotel, all delivered with a steady, deliberate flow. The chorus, outlining his hours and movements, lands memorably without overcomplicating things.
Havoc slides in seamlessly, spitting bars about readiness for war and loyalty to Queensbridge. His gritty delivery complements Prodigy’s, rounding out a track that feels like classic Mobb Deep while still being relevant to today’s sound.
4. Mr. Magik
Can Prodigy and Havoc also make Skip Bayless disappear?
Even though “Mr. Magik” comes packed with clever bars and a hook that sticks, the track itself is pretty damn dark. On it, Prodigy and Havoc draw eerie parallels between magic tricks and making their enemies vanish — literally. What really makes it work, though, is the undeniable chemistry between the two. Their back-and-forth feels effortless, their wordplay sharp, and the whole track flows like a perfectly orchestrated spell of menace and mastery.
3. Against The World
Isn’t it funny how the most likable people think the world is against them?
Prodigy sets the tone with a commanding opening verse in “Against The World,” reflecting on federal scrutiny, loyalty, and his worldwide travels while balancing a confident swagger with street-hardened grit. A hypnotic hook repeatedly chanting “Mobb Deep against the world” drives the theme home before Havoc steps in.
Havoc’s verse is a standout, laced with cautionary advice for the next generation and a vocal delivery that’s more gravelly than ever. All in all, “Against The World” is the perfect intro to this album. It reminds you how real these dudes are and how great Prodigy was.
2. Love The Way (Down For You PT2) (Ft. Nas & Jorja Smith)
It’s insane how much more soul this version of “Love The Way” has.
A love song? You bet — but not the candlelit, rose-petals-on-the-bed kind. This one feels dark, gritty, like the kind of love that has you driving to Buffalo with a trunk full of packs and your girl riding shotgun, ready for whatever. Jorja Smith sets the tone perfectly with an emotional, soul-stretching chorus that feels both tender and tragic — the sound of love surviving through chaos.
Havoc comes through with a verse that’s part devotion, part declaration. He raps like a man who knows loyalty when he sees it, convincing his girl that she’s bound to him — not by chains, but by respect and history. Then Nas slides in with pure confidence, dropping lines that make his love sound luxurious and lethal at the same time. He lets his girl know she’s one of one, and a big part of that comes from being with someone who’s got both money and muscle.
Prodigy rounds it out with a verse that’s raw and street-level intimate. He’s not talking fancy dates — he’s talking about the small, real moments in hotel rooms, the kind that stick in your mind more than any grand gesture. While his flow feels a little rugged over the beat, it still adds a layer of grit that keeps the song balanced. In conclusion, this is the closest thing you will get to commercial on this album.
1. Pour The Henny (Ft. Nas)
LeBron wouldn’t mind if all that Henny went straight into his cup.
Everybody showed up ready to work on “Pour The Henny.” The production sets the tone perfectly — slightly haunting, smooth tempo, and just the right amount of knock to keep your head moving. Havoc kicks things off with what might be his best verse on the project, flexing sharp wordplay and rapping like a man who knows exactly who he is and what he’s built. His confidence bleeds through every line as he talks about his legacy and the limits of his patience for those who don’t measure up.
Prodigy follows with a verse that’s both reflective and commanding, flowing effortlessly while dropping deep, spiritual bars about purpose, life, and mortality. He even hints that when his time comes, we shouldn’t mourn — just remember the work.
Then Nas steps in to close it all out with a verse that’s nothing short of masterful. His delivery is smooth and deliberate, packed with wisdom and perspective, proving once again why he’s in a league of his own.
From top to bottom, “Pour The Henny” feels flawless.
SONG BY SONG RATING
1. Against The World (4.5/5)
2. Gunfire (Ft. The Alchemist) (4/5)
3. Easy Bruh (4/5)
4. Look At Me (Ft. Clipse) (4/5)
5. The M. The O. The B. The B. (4/5)
6. Down For You (Ft. Nas & Jorja Smith) (4/5)
7. Taj Mahal (Ft. The Alchemist) (4/5)
8. Mr. Magik (4.5/5)
9. Score Points (3.5/5)
10. My Era (3.5/5)
11. Pour The Henny (Ft. Nas) (5/5)
12. Clear Black Nights (Ft. Raekwon & Ghostface Killah) (4/5)
13. Discontinued (4/5)
14. Love The Way (Down For You PT2) (Ft. Nas & Jorja Smith) (5/5)
15. We The Real Thing (4.5/5)
RGM RATING
(83.3%)
Mobb Deep’s Infinite is a sharp reminder of why the Queensbridge duo will forever be etched in hip-hop history. Even with Prodigy no longer with us, the project maintains that signature gritty, cold, and cinematic essence the group was known for — thanks to Havoc’s razor-edged pen and The Alchemist’s masterful production. The beats feel like a walk through dark alleyways and smoky basements, full of tension and authenticity, while the verses are packed with hunger, pain, and survival instinct.
From the smooth, reflective opener “Against The World” to the haunting “Gunfire” and the explosive “Mr. Magik,” the project captures Mobb Deep’s timeless chemistry. Havoc holds it down with verses full of street wisdom and readiness for battle, while Prodigy’s presence — even posthumously — is chillingly powerful. His storytelling, confidence, and aggression remind listeners why his voice was one of hip-hop’s most distinct.
Guest features elevate the album even more. Nas brings his classic touch on “Down For You” and “Pour The Henny,” while Jorja Smith and H.E.R. add soulful, emotional layers that balance the grit with warmth. The Clipse feature on “Look At Me” feels like a meeting of legends, seamlessly blending two of rap’s greatest duos.
Overall, Infinite plays like a love letter to Mobb Deep’s legacy — a project that respects their roots while giving fans something new to dissect. It’s gritty, soulful, and poetic in the most rugged way possible — exactly what you’d hope for from one of hip-hop’s most unfiltered voices.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
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