On ?/3³), Destroy Lonely balances braggadocious bars with melodic highs, letting beats guide him through a bass-heavy, trippy, and unpredictable journey.
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TOP 5 SONGS
Honorable Mention. stfu
It’s probably an honor for these f**k boys to be told to “STFU” by Destroy Lonely.
Who’s in the mood for some ass-kicking music? That’s precisely what “stfu” delivers. Over a bouncy, trippy, and colorful beat, Destroy Lonely talks about living life on the edge—reckless spending, love from his fans, and partying a little too hard. Of course, he also has his naysayers, and he makes it clear they need to stfu (yikes).
The chorus is a wild mix: catchy as hell, annoying, disrespectful, and hilarious all at once. If you don’t like it, chances are you won’t like the song. OK, now I’m sweating for putting this track on here.
5. risk
Hey man, scared money don’t make no money!
In “risk,” Destroy Lonely reminds the world that he’s been the man for a while—probably because he’s been rolling more dice than Michael Porter Jr.’s brother.
While the track’s message is solid when you really break it down, it’s mixed with the usual hard-to-decipher lyrics. Still, I love how catchy the chorus is, the extra confident flow Destroy Lonely utilizes, and how the song rides on this mystical trap beat.
4. top flo
Destroy Lonely slid harder than the Alabama football team here.
I can tell Destroy Lonely walked into the studio with his nuts hanging like Tyrese Haliburton after he hit that game-winner against the Cavs. From the thunderous yet hypnotic beat (courtesy of Southside) to his nonchalant vocals, choppy flow, and lyrics about handling a chick who looks incredible, locking in with his twins, and living the rockstar life, the track screams, “I know I’m the s**t and cannot be flushed.” Good for him!
3. blowin smoke
No cap, Destroy Lonely might be a junkie.
Throughout “blowin smoke,” he talks about smoking weed (I hope), doing lean in the morning, which has caused his heart rate to spike, and pouring up three lines. He isn’t even denying the s**t like Kid Cudi was earlier today. At the end of the day, there’s something about his honesty, combined with the bass-heavy, bouncy production and his carefree vocal style and Uzi-like cadence that makes his drug issues not sound all that bad.
2. screwed up
I don’t know about you, but hearing that someone is “screwed up” is worse than hearing that they are “f**ked up.”
Do you know why I like “Screwed Up”? Because the track’s setup actually messes with your mind a bit. There’s a mix of different sounds coming together—a truly infectious, passionate chorus, a beat that knocks but carries a hint of melancholy, and lyrics that aren’t exactly meant to be encouraged but feel painfully relatable. Destroy Lonely indulges in some real vices, yet almost sounds like he’s hurting from sipping too much alcohol.
Whatever the case, this rough ride is the kind of track even the late DMX would appreciate.
1. party n get high (interlude)
How the f**k is this an interlude? It’s over three minutes long and is clearly the best track on this album.
I’m not going to lie, that sample of a woman that we hear on this track, especially at the beginning, caught my attention like hell. I actually wish we heard more of her. Nonetheless, Destroy Lonely still does well, however. His lyrics skew to more of a romantic side, even though he talks about showing his girl demonic activities… Well, I guess that’s romantic. I think he drops a phenomenal chorus accompanied by that same woman, and does his best Travis Scott impersonation and totally succeeds. The beat switch at the end is what stamped this s**t.
SONG BY SONG RATING
1. aint hard (3.5/5)
2. risk (3.5/5)
3. see no evil (3.5/5)
4. no pressure (3.5/5)
5. stfu (4/5)
6. show u how (4/5)
7. top flo (4/5)
8. kansas (4/5)
9. screwed up (4/5)
10. party n get high (interlude) (4.5/5)
11. leash (4/5)
12. jumanji (4/5)
13. not the mayor (3/5)
14. blowin smoke (4/5)
15. kool on ya (4/5)
16. soooo high (3.5/5)
17. open it up (4/5)
18. leave u out 2 dry (4/5)
RGM RATING
(81%)
Destroy Lonely has always been a complicated artist, and Broken Hearted 3 proves why. The album is guided entirely by the beats, letting them dictate the mood and flow.
If a beat demands vulnerability, Destroy Lonely delivers with passionate, urgent vocals. If it calls for confidence and bravado, he switches to a gritty, self-assured tone. On Broken Hearted 3, the braggadocious side dominates. He raps about the women he can steal from us, the lavish purchases he’s made, and the recreational drugs he enjoys, leaving little room for heartbreak.
The production is equally impressive. Bass-heavy enough to shake a small country, the beats also feature a mix of trap energy, trippy moments, and majestic elements. This combination creates a surreal listening experience, one where his melodies and Uzi-like cadence often shine brighter than most contemporary artists.
Ultimately, Broken Hearted 3 is like riding a roller coaster blindfolded—you know it will thrill, but you never know when the dips and unexpected turns will hit.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
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