Evolution (Joyner Lucas EP)

Evolution
EP by
Joyner Lucas
ReleasedOctober 23, 2020 (2020-10-23)
Recorded2020
GenreHip-hop
Length39:28
LabelTwenty Nine Music Group
Producers
Joyner Lucas chronology
ADHD
(2020)		 Evolution
(2020)		 Not Now, I'm Busy
(2024)
Singles from Evolution
  1. "Fall Slowly"
    Released: September 2, 2020
  2. "Snitch"
    Released: October 21, 2020

Evolution is the debut extended play by American rapper Joyner Lucas. It was released on October 23, 2020, by Twenty Nine Music Group. The album features guest appearances from The Game, Iyla, Ashanti, Rick Ross, and Elijah James.

Singles

Lucas released the first single, "Fall Slowly", featuring Ashanti, on September 2, 2020. The song was certified gold by the RIAA on October 22, 2024. The second single, "Snitch", was released on October 21, 2020, two days before the release of the full EP.

Cover art

The cover art depicts Lucas' son, Joyner Messiah Lucas, covered in jewellery, with an orange backdrop.

Critical reception

Quincy of Ratings Games Music gave the EP a "B" rating, writing: "While he has found a way to compete with the top rappers in the game, he has also found unique ways to separate himself from the brain-dead rappers that we tend to fuck with. Joyner is literally creating his own lane, and I think Evolution makes that lane he’s trying to create clearer than ever."

Track listing

Evolution track listing
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."When I Grow Up (Intro)"
Leo Son1:15
2."Evolution"
  • Lucas
2:33
3."On This Way" (featuring The Game and Iyla)
4:39
4."Zim Zimma"
  • Lucas
  • Leo Son
  • Juicebox Slim
3:59
5."Tattle Tales (Skit)"
  • Lucas
Leo Son1:16
6."Snitch"
  • Lucas
2:51
7."Str8 Like Dat"
  • Lucas
  • Dmac
  • BJ Beatz
3:27
8."Fall Slowly" (featuring Ashanti)
  • Koda
  • Yung Talent
  • Nick Papz
4:52
9."The Problem"
  • Lucas
  • Boi-1da
  • Samarei
  • Al Hug
  • Curtis Crump Jr.
  • CAMEone
  • DillyGotItBmpin
  • YogiTheProducer
3:42
10."Legend" (featuring Rick Ross)
DillyGotItBumpin4:18
11."Father's Day (Skit)"
  • Lucas
Leo Son1:25
12."Like a River" (featuring Elijah James)
  • Lucas
  • Elijah James
  • Leo Son
  • Donato
5:06
Total length:39:28

Charts

Chart performance for Evolution
Chart (2020) Peak
position
US Billboard 20049
Australian Albums (ARIA)45
Canadian Albums (Billboard)37

References

  1. ↑ Mano, Heran. "Joyner Lucas & Ashanti Kiss & Make Up in Incredibly Intimate 'Fall Slowly' Video". Billboard. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  2. ↑ Infante, Victor D. "Joyner Lucas asks, to 'Snitch' or not to 'Snitch'?". Worcester Telegram. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  3. ↑ "Joyner Lucas Reveals 'Evolution' Tracklist". Rap-Up. Archived from the original on January 12, 2025. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  4. ↑ Findlay, Mitch (October 23, 2020). "Joyner Lucas Spazzes On "Zim Zimma"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  5. ↑ Marie, Erika (October 23, 2020). "Joyner Lucas Drops "Evolution" Ft. The Game, Ashanti, Rick Ross, Elijah James, Iyla". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  6. ↑ Infante, Victor D. "Joyner Lucas shows 'Evolution' on new album". Worcester Telegram. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  7. ↑ Powell, Jon. "Ashanti stars as Joyner Lucas' love interest in "Fall Slowly" visual". Revolt TV. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  8. ↑ Holland, Cole (September 3, 2020). "Joyner Lucas Shares Heartfelt New Single "Fall Slowly" Feat. Ashanti". Respect My Region. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  9. ↑ "American certifications – Joyner Lucas". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved April 11, 2022.
  10. ↑ "Joyner Lucas – Evolution (Album Review)". Ratings Game Music. October 24, 2024. Retrieved October 13, 2026.
  11. ↑ "Joyner Lucas Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved 8 May 2025.
  12. ↑ "Australiancharts.com – Joyner Lucas – Evolution". Hung Medien. Retrieved 8 May 2025.
  13. ↑ "Joyner Lucas Chart History (Canadian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved 8 May 2025.