Mick Jenkins and Ab-Soul are two of the best rappers on planet Earth right now.
Mick Jenkins did something very cool a few months ago—he released an album called type sh*t exclusively on EVEN, a platform where fans had to purchase the project directly. He cited the lack of real revenue artists receive from streaming platforms like Apple Music and Spotify as the reason for this approach. While you can debate whether or not the strategy was successful, what’s undeniable is his love for hip-hop.
Another artist who shares that passion is Ab-Soul. You can tell just by how intricate his bars are. On “Be That As It May,” the two lyrical powerhouses link up, and as expected, they deliver some high-quality work.
“Be That As It May” is a sinister symphony of sharp lyricism and twisted charisma, anchored by eerie production that feels like it belongs in an underworld cathedral. Ab-Soul and Mick Jenkins trade verses with razor-sharp precision, flexing their competitive instincts, woman-stealing bravado, and lyrical prowess that borders on deadly. Their wordplay is divine and dense, packed with layered punchlines that demand deep analysis, while their deliveries are so intense and off-kilter, they could jolt even Trump awake in a world leader summit. Bottom line: this track is pure rap gold—dark, complex, and wildly compelling.
I wonder how much spit was on the mic after these two were finished with it.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
