Meek Mill proves there’s no such thing as a sophomore slump with the release of “Dreams Worth More Than Money.”
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5. Jump Out The Face (Ft. Future)
Why can’t negroes talk about jumping out of adversity?
Future is the true standout on this track, setting the tone with a moody chorus that’s oddly addictive while laying the foundation for the song’s money-fueled bravado. But don’t overlook Meek Mill—he keeps up with Future’s feverish flow effortlessly before switching gears to deliver punchy, confident bars that reinforce why he sees himself as the man.
4. Pullin Up (Ft. The Weeknd)
This is lowkey one of The Weeknd’s best guest features.
There are unspoken rules when it comes to The Weeknd features:
Rule #1: If you’re going to feature him, the song must sound like a The Weeknd song—meaning the beat should brood like those melancholy dogs in the “feed the hungry animals” commercials.
Rule #2: The Weeknd must start the song. If anyone dares go before him, they shall be banished from the studio and forced to collaborate with the budget version of The Weeknd (PARTYNEXTDOOR).
As expected, The Weeknd delivers a soul-clenching vocal performance that perfectly complements the moody production. Meanwhile, Meek Mill stays true to himself, dropping blunt bars about dominating the bedroom and being the ultimate player for his scandalous woman. Surprisingly, I’m feeling the way their distinct styles mesh together.
3. Bad For You (Ft. Nicki Minaj)
I would give my girl more rings than Robert Horry if she told me she wanted to be bad for me.
Nicki Minaj appears on this album twice, and both tracks are perfect. In “Bad For You,” she delivers only the chorus, but it carries just the right amount of sass and catchiness. As for Meek Mill, he complements her hook with aggressive verses, definitively letting his girl know how he can spoil her and flip her like drug money. Overall, I love the urgency of this track, combined with its classic R&B-hip-hop setup.
2. R.I.C.O. (Ft. Drake)
Of COURSE, “R.I.C.O.” is a top 5 hit, guys! Do you hear Quentin Miller’s verse? He’s a cocky SOB!
All jokes aside, I think “R.I.C.O.” is a very dope track. It’s unorthodox, but somehow, it fits both Meek and Drake’s styles perfectly.
You know what’s funny? Meek actually put up a very good verse on this song, but Drake has gotten to the point that he can literally tell us his process of how he wakes up in the morning, and we would all think it’s the realest verse since Pac’s last one.
1. All Eyes On You (Ft. Chris Brown & Nicki Minaj)
“All Eyes On You” is unequivocally Meek Mill’s second-best song.
If you have seen me in the club whenever this song came on, you would know I don’t just sing Chris Brown’s part—I beg it! I personally think this is the best chorus of 2015.
Meek Mill kills his part, rapping like that caring but aggressive thug who’s perfect for the song’s vibe—the kind of thug who talks about his illegal activities while cutting onions for his wifey.
I’m not the biggest fan of Nicki Minaj here, but I do understand why it makes sense for her to be on the track. I just want to start a petition to make her stop singing. She sounds like one of those cartoon characters in a Disney movie who randomly bursts into song to teach the protagonist a lesson.
SONG BY SONG BREAKDOWN
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(85%)
Meek Mill is one of the few modern rappers who could easily fit into the ’90s era of hip-hop, mainly because of his versatility. Just like icons like Method Man and DMX, who effortlessly balanced hard-hitting tracks with party anthems and love songs, Dreams Worth More Than Money offers a similar mix. Throughout the album, Meek explores his relationship with then-girlfriend Nicki Minaj, flexes his playboy persona on tracks like “Pullin Up,” and delivers a blend of street, club, and experimental bangers. His rapping is exceptional, especially in how he adapts to each beat, and every guest’s appearance feels natural. However, if Meek trimmed some of the filler tracks, like “I Got The Juice,” it would elevate the album to a unanimous hit. Nonetheless, I think this project is better than people think.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
