Nettspend – Virginia Creeper (EP Review)

Nettspend explores the highs, lows, and dangerous realities of his rising fame on Virginia Creeper.

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3. same language

“same language” is a flex through and through. Nettspend talks about things that have gone on in his life recently, like dyeing his hair red and performing at Rolling Loud in the pouring rain. He talks girls, pills, and money over distorted bass, messy piano keys, and a heavy trap beat.

It’s very much a snapshot of his lifestyle, with plenty of confidence and attitude sprinkled throughout. The production is chaotic in the best way, giving the track that gritty, almost blown-out sound that’s become so recognizable in rage rap. Nettspend isn’t necessarily trying to tell us a complicated story here. He’s talking his talk, showing off a little, and letting the beat do its thing.

2. LL50

“LL50” is filled with weapons, violence, and doing what you need to get a bag. The song initially feels like a flex and a callout, but in the bridge, Nettspend pays tribute to the late rapper, and his friend and collaborator, Bloodhound Q50, who passed away this past September in a gun violence-related incident. That moment gives the track a much heavier emotional layer, shifting the perspective from the usual bravado into something more personal.

Sonically, this is a very electronic, dark, dirty, and distorted rage rap song. The production feels almost abrasive, with heavy electronic elements that amplify the intensity of the subject matter. Beneath all the flexing, there’s a real sense of loss here.

1. JSX

In “JSX,” Nettspend gets candid about living a dangerous life that is both rewarding and filled with consequences. He talks about the things he went through to get to where he is, cutting ties with an ex, and his new girl and the way she spoils him. It’s messy, I’m not gonna lie, but I’m here for the drama. There’s a lot of confidence in his delivery, but also an acknowledgment that the lifestyle he’s living comes with its own complications.

Sonically, this is definitely synth- and distortion-heavy, with deep drums and a trap beat. The production gives the song a thick, almost overwhelming atmosphere that matches the chaotic nature of the lyrics. It’s another track that leans into the excesses of his world while giving us little glimpses of what goes on behind the scenes.

SONG BY SONG RATING

same language (4/5)
Get Guap (3.5/5)
6weeks (3/5)
LL50 (4/5)
nite nite (3/5)
JSX (4/5)

RGM RATING

Nettspend’s Virginia Creeper is a six-track EP that’s all about the pros and cons of being famous or well-known. There’s a lot of flexing, girls, money, and travel-loving going on in the lyrics. However, there’s also a lot of violence, opps, drugs, and other, more complicated things happening beneath the surface. It’s a project that doesn’t shy away from the darker parts of the lifestyle, even when it’s busy celebrating the rewards.

Sonically, the EP is heavily trap and rage rap. There’s a lot of electronic sounds and synths, heavy 808s, and thick distortion in the production. The tracks are shorter and fast-paced, but there’s a lot that goes into them. The beats are loud, abrasive, and intentionally chaotic, creating an atmosphere that feels almost overwhelming at times. Nettspend leans into that sound wholeheartedly, giving the project a consistent identity across its six tracks.

What I find interesting is the contrast between the confidence and the consequences. There’s plenty of talk about money, women, and success, but those things exist alongside references to violence, loss, and the dangers that come with the environment he’s navigating. Moments like the tribute on “LL50” remind us that there’s more to this lifestyle than the flashy moments we see from the outside.

While this isn’t my typical style, I think Nettspend’s new EP really shows us what’s next to come. The beats are really hype, and the bars make it easy to feel yourself. There’s an unapologetic energy throughout the project, and even when the sound gets a little chaotic, it feels intentional. I respect the grind, and I’m interested to see where he takes things from here.