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A Grand Don't Come for Free
by The Streets
The 806th greatest album of all time
A Grand Don't Come for Free is a 2004 concept album by The Streets, the project of Mike Skinner. Built around a continuous narrative about relationships, money and everyday life, it blends UK garage, hip hop, electronic and breakbeat elements with sparse, sample-based production and conversational, diaristic vocal delivery. The record alternates skittering garage rhythms and club-influenced beats with more plaintive, piano-led moments, and is notable for its strong focus on storytelling and character-driven songs such as "Dry Your Eyes" and "Blinded by the Lights".
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