Sensational (Yung Gravy album)

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.

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

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.