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Sensational (Yung Gravy album)

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Sensational
The album cover features a drawing of Yung Gravy holding a mixer, an unnamed black woman holding a ray gun, and a tiger cub on the ring of a disco ball in outer space.
Studio album by
ReleasedMay 31, 2019
StudioCarpet Booth Studios in Rochester, Minnesota
Genre
Length32:19
LabelRepublic
Producer
  • Jason Rich
  • Y2K
  • Yung Gravy
  • Dollie
  • Boston
  • Swvde
  • downtime
  • j gramm
  • Ripto
  • Big Gator Bossman
  • Lakin
  • Tee-Watt
  • Lakey Inspired
  • Julian Avila
  • Popnick
  • Zach Zurn
Yung Gravy chronology
Snow Cougar EP
(2018)
Sensational
(2019)
Baby Gravy 2
(2020)
Singles from Sensational
  1. "Magic"
    Released: April 4, 2018
  2. "Gravy Train"
    Released: October 24, 2018
  3. "Pizzazz"
    Released: November 8, 2018
  4. "Whip a Tesla"
    Released: August 15, 2019

Sensational is the debut studio album by American rapper Yung Gravy. It was released on May 31, 2019, by Republic Records. The album features appearances from a frequent collaborator bbno$, alongside other artists such as Juicy J, Pouya and Lil Baby, among others.

Release and reception

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In May of 2019, Yung Gravy would announce his new album titled Sensational would drop on the 31st, as well as launching new merchandise including t-shirts, hats, and vinyl.[1] Sensational released on March 31, 2019 via Republic Records.[2]

Sensational received mixed to positive reviews. Violet Worzella from The Howler called the album "by far one of the most entertaining rap albums of the year." Saying: "His playful and funny lyrics create a truly interesting album."[3] Ones to Watch gave a positive review saying: "There is a genuine sense of musicality and reverence for the oldies to be found in the uproariously good time that is Sensational."[4]

Recording

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Some of Yung Gravy's vocals were recorded by producer and engineer Zach Zurn at Carpet Booth Studios in Rochester, MN.[5][6][7]

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
AllmusicStarStarHalf star[8]
Rap Reviews6.5/10[9]

Track listing

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Sensational track listing[10]
No.TitleProducer(s)Length
1."Gravy for Pope"
  • Jason Rich
  • Popnick
2:56
2."Buttered Up" (featuring Juicy J)
  • Rich
  • Popnick
2:50
3."Charlene" (featuring Mia Gladstone)
  • Y2K
  • Boston
2:41
4."The Boys Are Back in Town" (featuring Pouya, Ramirez and TrippyThaKid)
  • Y2K
  • Swvde
  • Yung Gravy
2:28
5."Magic"
  • Rich
  • Popnick
2:58
6."Whip a Tesla" (featuring bbno$)
  • downtime
  • j gramm
2:34
7."Daddy Aioli Interlude"
  • Rich
  • Ripto
  • Popnick
1:25
8."Gravy Train"Rich2:50
9."E.T." (featuring Lil Mayo)Y2K1:45
10."Alley Oop" (featuring Lil Baby)
  • Rich
  • Big Gator Bossman
  • Lakin
  • Tee-Watt
2:32
11."Richard Simmons"Rich2:23
12."Pizzazz"
  • Lakey Inspired
  • Julian Avila
2:46
13."1 Thot 2 Thot Red Thot Blue Thot"Dollie2:11
Total length:32:19

Charts

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Sensational chart performance
Chart (2019) Peak
position
US Billboard 200[11] 52
US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums (Billboard)[12] 30

References

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  1. ^ Vigil, Dom (May 3, 2019). "Yung Gravy Shares New Single & Announces New Album, "Sensational" Out May 31st". Retrieved April 9, 2026.
  2. ^ "Sensational, Yung Gravy". Qobuz. Retrieved April 9, 2026.
  3. ^ Worzella, Violet. "Sensational by Yung Gravy". The Howler. Retrieved April 9, 2026.
  4. ^ Polo, Maxamillion (June 3, 2019). "Yung Gravy's 'Sensational' Has No Right Being This Good". Ones to Watch. Retrieved April 9, 2026.
  5. ^ Collopy, Justin (January 26, 2025). "From Church Sanctuary to Sound Sanctuary in Rochester, MN". Market Update. Retrieved April 14, 2026.
  6. ^ "Muso.AI — Music Credits Platform". Muso.AI. Retrieved April 14, 2026.
  7. ^ Corey, Chad (August 31, 2023). "Carpet Booth owner reflects on Rochester's Yung Gravy performing at State Fair". ABC 6 News - kaaltv.com. Retrieved April 14, 2026.
  8. ^ "Sensational Review by Timothy Monger". allmusic.com. May 31, 2019. Retrieved May 31, 2019.
  9. ^ Juon, Steve. "Yung Gravy :: Sensational". Retrieved April 9, 2026.
  10. ^ "Yung Gravy - Sensational". Discogs.
  11. ^ "Yung Gravy Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard.
  12. ^ "Yung Gravy Chart History (Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums)". Billboard.