It’s amusing how artists without stylists often end up dressing the best.

I’ll be completely honest — TBA gives me shades of one of my all-time favorite artists: Kid Cudi. They have very similar rap voices. But where they differ is in sheer technical prowess. From a pure rap skills standpoint, TBA goes all the way in every time he spits; Cudi hasn’t quite done that since A Kid Named Cudi. Anywho, TBA’s latest release, “nO STYLIST.,” is a perfect example of why you should be high on him.

The track rides on a beat that feels split in two — one side hitting with heavy bass and trap energy, and the other layered with a tropical undertone that feels like a gritty island getaway. Over this dynamic production, TBA reflects on making money post-college, being anti-label, and celebrating independence. His delivery switches between aggressive, fast-paced flows and cool, confident cadences, with just enough melody to keep it catchy.

Overall, “nO STYLIST.” does it all — it motivates, it hypes you up, and it hits hard enough to test your speakers. Check out the track below.

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.