JT demonstrates her impressive solo skills with “City Cinderella.”
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5. Swang
JT wants all the smoke.
JT is one of the female rappers who I fully believe is down to scrap at any moment. In “Swang,” she confirms that. Over a frantic beat that has these hypnotic elements that might make a snake come out of a vase, the Miami native calls out a b*tch with a man’s voice (GloRilla?), speaks on being hood-certified and welcomes all challengers. I really like the catchy hook she delivers. I also think her bars are very spicy.
4. Intro (Hope)
You get JT’s realest raps ever in “Intro (Hope).”
To truly connect with me, I need to hear a touch of humility from you. In “Intro (Hope),” JT reveals her more grounded side. She reflects on her unexpected rise, her daring move away from home, and the impact her father’s drug abuse had on her mother. JT’s bars here are raw and unfiltered, and I appreciate the authenticity. The track even closes with a choir, adding a powerful finishing touch.
You think JT goes to church?
3. Uncle Al
Uncle Al just got the most lit dedication track ever.
Ironically, it sounds like another Uncle was a part of this track: Uncle Luke. Over yet another reimagined version of Salt-N-Pepper’s “Push It” beat (It’s probably the 1000th I’ve heard), we get extra amped-up vocals from someone who sounds like Luke and a very energetic version of JT that is down to go to bat for every girl who gets their bills paid by men. The song also features a sad attempt at singing by JT on the chorus, but on the real, that s**t starts to click eventually.
2. 90’s Baby
“90’s Baby” is the most dynamic track on this project.
“90’s Baby” has it all: an old-school R&B sample, a scary-ass beat, lyrics about bricks being stashed, lyrics about chicks getting f**ked on their back, and lyrics about chicks being spoiled. I give the track major points because of how unique its structure is.
1. OKAY (Remix) (Ft. Jeezy)
The Snowman and the City Girl.
When I pressed play on the original version of “OKAY,” I knew the song was inspired by Jeezy’s sound. That said, I wasn’t surprised that the Atlanta legend shined on this remix. Over a beat that belongs on Thug Motivation 101: Let’s Get It (people forget the “Let’s Get It” part), Jeezy reminds us that he’s still balling, that his longevity can’t be matched, that he paid attention to the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef, and, most importantly, that he’s still moving more weight than Ozempic. I think his verse is outstanding. As for JT, in her verse, she reflects on her journey from difficult times to her current shine. While I appreciate her confident lyrics, I’m not entirely sold on the simplicity of her rap style.
SONG-BY-SONG RATING
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(C-)
There’s always a moment when one member of a group or duo clearly stands out as exceptional. For me, that moment arrived for JT with this album.
The beats JT chose for this album were the standout element for me. They have a vintage feel, incorporating influences from Just Blaze, the heyday of Jeezy, Miami’s golden era, and more. It’s evident that JT is a true student of the game.
While I was impressed by the beats JT rapped over, I have mixed feelings about her raps. I admire her confidence and assertiveness and enjoyed her clever punchlines, but her flows felt a bit too plain and her lyrics too basic. Although I appreciated her moments of self-empowerment and reflections on her rise in the game, I found that too many bars focused on hopping on d*cks and fighting. It feels like she has the potential to deliver more meaningful content but doesn’t quite tap into it enough.
I’d be lying if I said I liked this album. However, there are definitely elements worth appreciating. JT’s bold persona, her appreciation for old-school beats, and her choice to keep features minimal are all standout aspects.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
