I just need something a bit more innovative from A Boogie.
Look, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie can call plenty of rappers in today’s game his sons. He helped create the emotional, melodic rap sound that many artists rely on today. However, I do not think he has evolved that style much since his commercial peak, which is unfortunate.
On “Down For Real,” presented by Victor Victor, A Boogie returns to the formula that made him successful. First and foremost, the track features piano-driven production that sounds as emotional as an episode of Roc, giving him the perfect backdrop for his urgent, heartfelt melodic raps.
Lyrically, A Boogie reflects on the money he is making, how far he has come, his desire for revenge, and his distrust of women. Nothing about the subject matter feels particularly new, but his vocals still carry enough passion to make the performance believable.
As an opportunity to hear A Boogie’s recognizable voice again, “Down For Real” works. Longtime fans should feel completely at home with its melodies, emotional production, and familiar writing. However, as a standalone track you are supposed to sit down and become invested in, I have to say “meh.” It is not bad by any means; it simply sounds like something we have heard from him several times before.
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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