Yeat looks to close out 2024 strongly with the release of “LYFESTYLE.”
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5. BÉ QUIET (Ft. Kodak Black)
Is that Kodak Black or AI Kodak Black?
To call Kodak Black and Yeat an unlikely duo is a bigger understatement than calling Bronny a destined G-League player. However, somehow, they were able to showcase great chemistry in “BÉ QUIET.” Over this menacing beat, which I would have loved to hear 21 Savage rap over, Yeat delivers a very slick verse in which he reiterates that you can’t tell him nothing like Kanye, while Kodak Black hits us with a strange verse in which his voice is doubled and he finishes his bars like Shawty Lo did back in the day. When it’s all said and done, though, I think both artists put up solid performances.
4. SPEEDBALL
Yeat really gets to it in “SPEEDBALL.”
The beat that drives “SPEEDBALL” is absolutely fantastic. I love its tempo, alerts, and overall explosiveness. Yeat does an excellent job of keeping pace with the beat, delivering everything from rapid flows to passionate vocals. Lyrically, he talks his s**t non-stop, which is appropriate since he’s on the verge of outselling a bunch of artists that you all consider big names.
3. GO2WORK (Ft. Summrs)
We needed some DJ Drama ad-libs on this s**t.
“GO2WORK” captures the essence of mixtape music from the days when Gucci Mane was at the top. The song kicks off with a gritty trap beat that harkens back to that era. Yeat effectively rides the beat at times, while at others, he rebelliously dismisses its rhythm. Featured guest Summrs perfectly embodies the role of a troublemaker, appearing ready to crash out because his friends want to do the same. I remember those knucklehead days.
2. ON 1
You didn’t have to tell me you are on one, Yeat…
This is one of the few tracks on LYFESTYLE that is conventional enough for old heads to fully enjoy. In it, we get very clear vocals from Yeat, along with some pretty slow flows that allow you to hear his threats and bragging clearly. Overall, I just like how this song bops, especially when Yeat finds his pocket and experiments with various vocal styles towards the end.
1. LYFESTYLE (Ft. Lil Durk)
Lil Durk had the best verse on this project.
It’s strange that this album’s title track is the 21st one. What’s also odd is that while the track has a very Yeat-like vibe, it’s Lil Durk who steals the show. Durk switches up his flow a few times and drops drug-heavy lyrics, all while sounding conventional over a backdrop that is far from that. As for Yeat, I’m not a fan of his choppy/unenthusiastic verses here, but I have to admit—his hook is super catchy.
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(D+)
Is Yeat one of the big dogs in the game? B*tch, yes.
Production: As expected, Yeat experiments with production that feels straight out of 2098 on this album. The project’s beats not only sound futuristic, but they’re packed with heavy bass and minimal commercial appeal. Honestly, I don’t think there’s a speaker system out there that could do them justice. At the same time, I can totally imagine some of these beats sounding dope as hell if played through Gameboy speakers.
Guest Appearances: I was actually pretty surprised by the guest appearances on this album. Kodak Black, Lil Durk, SUMMRS, and Don Toliver all show up, and what I love is how each artist steps into Yeat’s bizarre world. While not everyone sounds completely comfortable in this environment (cough, cough, Kodak Black), I appreciate the different flavors they brought to the album—it really needed that variety to keep things interesting.
The Performances: Yeat sounds extra unchained on this album. While I’m used to hearing him ramble lyrically, I felt that his rapping and singing performances sounded much bolder and more diverse. You can tell he wanted to expand on the melodies he usually relies on, which I think is his next level of progression.
What Would I Change About This Album: I really wish I understood the s**t Yeat was talking about in his songs. Yes, he’s speaking English, but his verses are filled with so much gibberish, it’s damn there pointless trying to comprehend his sentiments. I also wish the album had a few more songs with clearer choruses.
The Biggest Reason You Should Listen To This Album: If you don’t want to be called an old head, continue to find ways to enjoy Yeat’s music. It’s definitely the future.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
