{"id":11142,"date":"2018-06-02T18:51:49","date_gmt":"2018-06-02T22:51:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.altwire.net\/?p=11142"},"modified":"2023-12-06T06:40:02","modified_gmt":"2023-12-06T11:40:02","slug":"album-review-pusha-t-daytona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/altwire.net\/de\/album-review-pusha-t-daytona\/","title":{"rendered":"[Album Review] Pusha T – Daytona"},"content":{"rendered":"

With just 3 albums in his discography since 2011, Pusha T<\/strong> is not one to consistently release new music, but when he does release an album it feels like a ceremony and makes an impact. His last album was released in 2015 and since then, fans have been hoping and dreaming of the day Pusha T<\/strong> will drop a new project with anticipation. That was before Kanye brought the G.O.O.D. news to the world – in a series of tweets, he announced upcoming releases from Pusha T<\/strong>, Teyana Taylor<\/strong>, Nas<\/strong>, Und Kid Cudi<\/strong>. Although initially titled King Push<\/em>, Pusha T<\/strong> chose to change the title because he felt \u201cit didn\u2019t represent the overall message\u201d of the album. In another tweet he said, \u201cDAYTONA<\/em> represents the fact that I have the luxury of time. That luxury only comes when u have a skill set that your confident in.\u201d As for what\u2019s to be expected on DAYTONA<\/em>, Push<\/strong> said the album was created especially for his \u201cfamily, high taste level, luxury, drug raps fans.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u2019If You Know You Know\u2019 begins without preamble with a strong rhyme scheme, which will only be relatable for those \u201cwho know.\u201d \u00a0In a mature way, he differentiates between rappers and drug dealers: \u201cbricklayers in ball shorts, coaching from the side of the ball courts.\u201d Although he talks about rappers, this isn\u2019t the kind of song 6ix9ine or Lil Xan can relate to. Pusha T is no stranger to tracks filled with lyrics about drugs: on \u2018The Game We Play\u2019 he gives a shout out to the drug dealers\u2014the people behind the scenes\u2014 \u201cthe names they fade\u201d. \u201cThis is the drug money your ex nigga claim he made\u201d will have many girlfriends asking their man why he isn\u2019t making drug money. With the message behind this song, he shows respect for drug dealers, and the profession of drug dealing.<\/p>\n

The track \u201cHard Piano\u201d is appropriately named \u2013 the piano riffs come in strong and heavy from the start while incredible lyrics drive the track forward:. \u201cexactly what the game\u2019s been missing, this fire burns as hot as Hell\u2019s Kitchen\u201d is the perfect representation for his lyrics. Rick Ross<\/strong> is the perfect person to feature on this song, as he is another OG when it comes to drug dealing and carries himself like a respectable drug dealer\u2014a boss. I imagine Pusha T <\/strong>Und Rick Ross<\/strong> literally spitting fire in the booth as this track was recorded or at least exhaling some smoke, as they each deliver equally outstanding lyrics. That\u2019s what you get when the \u201cold generation\u201d of rappers come together on a track \u2013 a fresh beat and fire lyrics. The beat is fresh and complements the hook. The consistent piano chord is an undeniably attractive element on this track which acts as the role of the other players on the Cavaliers team. Although LeBron is the main attraction like the hook, the subtle role of the other players contributes to their victory.<\/p>\n

With \u2018Come Back Baby\u2019\u201d Pusha T<\/strong> continues to glorify drug money as he raps: \u201cBought hoes Honda\u2019s\/\/ took care of children\u2026built out buildings\/\/rapped on classics\u201d. \u2018Santeria\u2019 is a track that will catch you off guard. During the first part of the song, I thought I was hearing Pusha T<\/strong> display his usual rhymes and similes. Although of top-notch quality, I wanted to hear something unique and fresh. Then on cue, the refrain comes up and the song transforms. With the change in tempo, I felt as if I were in a concert Lichter<\/a> just got turned off, and something exciting was about to happen. The drum roll gave me goosebumps and made me anxious. Finally, he broke out into his final verse and I imagined fireworks, theatrical fog and confetti as Pusha T<\/strong> burst out with his lines. \u201cSanteria\u201d presents the most exciting moments on this album.<\/p>\n

Responding to the question \u201cNiggas talking shit, how do you respond?\u201d both rappers reply with their lines on the track \u201cWhat Would Meek Do?\u201d Pusha T<\/strong> opened his verse by saying \u201cI\u2019m top 5\u201d. Meanwhile, Kanye\u2019s response to this question was \u201cwoo, skrt\/\/whoop woopy whoop\/\/\u201d – disappointing. Dissing Drake, he says: \u201cIt was written like Nas but it came from Quintinn\u201d and \u201cHow could you ever right these wrongs when you don\u2019t even write your songs\u201d. In 2016, Drake<\/strong> used a few words on the Kanye West<\/strong>-assisted \u201c\u2019Two Birds, One Stone\u2019 to call out someone\u2014presumably King Push\u2014who \u201cmade a couple chops\u201d and now believes they\u2019re Chapo. Pusha T<\/strong> uses this track as an opportunity to reply to him. He also talks about the state of industry: \u201cThe game\u2019s fucked up\u201d while citing great rappers like him\u2014Kendrick<\/strong>, Cole<\/strong>, Ross<\/strong>, Hov<\/strong> Und Wayne<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Pusha T<\/strong> approaches this album as a rapper who knows his worth\u2014like a king. With 7 tracks, he shows a prowess that is stronger than some albums longer than 15 tracks. When he rhymes, he does it with skill. When he spits, he does it like a dragon. Whether he\u2019s talking about drugs, money or being a king in the rap game, his message is clear and he brings an interesting rhythm on every song. Love him or not, Kanye West<\/strong> is a genius. His verse is not one of the best things on this album, but his production certainly is. After listening to \u2018Santeria\u2019 and \u2018Hard Piano\u2019\u201d I was forced to tweet \u201cGod Bless Kanye West\u201d. DAYTONA<\/em> is basically 7 tracks of quality rap from King Push<\/strong> and 7 tracks of top-notch production by master Ye<\/strong>. After listening to this album, I feel I should buy a yacht with the drug money I don\u2019t have, dress like Diddy<\/strong>, select the finest tobacco, and cross my legs as I appreciate life. This album is on another level.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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