That Mexican OT, Babyface Ray & KAYTRANADA all released very solid projects.

That Mexican OT – Recess

(76%)

That Mexican OT is a wild n***a!

I hope you spotted the sarcasm in that first paragraph. Recess is an absolute banger from That Mexican OT, a project where he fully embraces his role as the Mexican Dennis the Menace. Built around a schoolyard-of-chaos theme, OT delivers fiery verses that showcase everything from his wild love life—whether it’s married women or ones straight out of a cartoon—to his quick-trigger temper and fearless approach to handling enemies, not to mention his unapologetic indulgence in drugs. Throughout the album, he keeps listeners on their toes with tongue-twisting flows, punchy animated moments, and even unexpected bursts of country-style singing.

Production-wise, the album is top-notch. It moves effortlessly between authentic Texas bangers, slick hip-hop backdrops, and surprisingly smooth country-inspired sounds. Guest appearances hit all the right notes too, from frequent collaborators like Peso Peso, Lil Jairmy, and Sauce Walka to heavy hitters like Lil Wayne, Denzel Curry, and BigxThaPlug. Notably, there are no R&B singers, keeping the focus squarely on OT’s unapologetic, in-your-face style. Each feature complements his approach perfectly, and the album maintains a consistent, dynamic flow from start to finish.

One of the standout elements? The skits. They’re hilarious, giving listeners a glimpse into OT’s mischievous school days with his signature humor and charisma.

Overall, Recess is a wildly entertaining and cohesive project that showcases That Mexican OT at his most daring, unfiltered, and creative.

Song Ratings: 1. Hate Being Famous (4/5), 2. Beat Box (Ft. Lil Jairmy & OTB Fastlane) (4.5/5), 3. New Kid Virgil (Skit) (N/A), 4. Chronic (Ft. Bravo the Bagchaser) (4/5), 5. Off The Lean (Ft. DRODI) (4.5/5), 6. Look What I Brought (Skit) (N/A), 7. Weed Eater (2/5), 8. V-Mail 1 (Skit) (N/A), 9. I’m Not Your Dad (N/A), 10. Rap Sons (4.5/5), 11. V-Mail 2 (Skit) (N/A), 12. Business (Ft. Money Man) (4.5/5), 13. F**k On Me (Ft. NASAAN) (4/5), 14. Baby Mad At Me (Ft. Lil Wayne) (3.5/5), 15. Foreign To Me (4/5), 16. U and Me (Ft. BigXthaPlug) (3.5/5), 17. Accessories (Ft. Peso Peso) (4/5), 18. Serrio (Ft. Y-BE) (4/5), 19. Guidance (Ft. Sauce Walka & Hogg Booma) (3.5/5), 20. Blocka Blocka (Ft. Denzel Curry) (3.5/5), 21. Final V-Mail (Skit) (N/A), 22. Runnin (3/5)

Babyface Ray – Codeine Cowboy

(75%)

This would be an Album of the Year nominee if Babyface Ray didn’t mumble so much…

This project showcases two sides of Babyface Ray. The first disc leans into hard-hitting bangers, packed with flexes, brags, and gritty tales, all set over some of the hardest-hitting beats and featuring the biggest guest appearances. The second disc reveals a more vulnerable, introspective side, with tracks centered on love, relationships, and his rise in the game. While mumble rap and disinterested deliveries aren’t usually my cup of tea, Babyface Ray proves his skill here—crafting hooks that stick, lyrics that hit, and surprisingly strong melodies throughout. Overall, this album is a seriously solid listen.

Song Ratings: American Psycho (4/5), Wavy Crete (Ft. Lil Yachty) (4/5), Standing On Business (Ft. LUCKI) (3.5/5), Kick The Cup Campaign (3.5/5), Still Sippin (Ft. Hendrick$ & Sauce Walka) (4.5/5), Can’t Be Me (3.5/5), Netflix & Chill (3/5), I Know (Ft. G.T.) (3.5/5), Lou Gram (4/5), Rich & Bored (Ft. YTB Fatt (4.5/5), Half Sleep (Ft. Veeze) (4.5/5), Sin Aire (Ft. Samuel Shabazz) (4/5), Elevator Music (Ft. Samuel Shabazz) (4/5), Don’t Misuse Me (Ft. JMSN) (4/5), Hood Cry (Ft. Mozzy) (4.5/5), Nobody’s Perfect (3.5/5), That’s What They Told Me (4/5), You Just For Me (4/5), 1 On 1 Talk With God (Ft. Samuel Shabazz) (4/5)

KAYTRANADA – AIN’T NO DAMN WAY

(87%)

Who’s ready to dance with robots?

KAYTRANADA crafts an instrumental album in AIN’T NO DAMN WAY! that fuses nostalgic old-school dance-hop vibes with futuristic elements, like a dance party from 2045 hosted by boom boxes. You’ll love the soul, the build-ups, the eccentric flair, the shifting tempos, the edge, and the free-flowing energy. Oh, and yes—TLC is on this too.

Guests: TLC

Song Ratings: SPACE INVADER (4/5), CHAMPIONSHIP (5/5), HOME (4.5/5), TARGET JOINT (4/5), THINGS (4/5), backstABS (3.5/5), GOOD LUCK (4.5/5), SHINE YOUR LIGHT FOR WE (5/5), GOODBYE BITCH (4.5/5), DON’T WORRY BABE / I GOT U BABE (4.5/5), BLAX (4/5), DO IT AGAIN (Ft. TLC) (4.5/5)

Quincy

Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.