The majority of 7 would make more sense as amusing fake music blasting from a video game jukebox.
In terms of catchy beats and somewhat meaningful lyrics, each song has one or the other, and Lil Nas X just needs a little more time to get them to match up.
Despite 7 not being a fantastic project by any measure, the EP proves that Lil Nas X isn't a one-hit wonder and can find longevity in his career as long as he continues to show off his versatility.
For being an EP whipped together quickly in an effort to beat the one-hit wonder clock, Lil Nas X’s 7 is, above everything, a solid, promising start. Still it leaves more questions than answers about what and who Lil Nas X wants to be.
On 7, Lil Nas X shows some admirable versatility while leaving plenty of room for growth.
7 is musical Chex Mix — lightweight and best consumed in selective increments, but also strangely addictive.
When Nas X isn’t singing in his affected Southern twang, his voice is about as flavorful as mayonnaise and prone to crumbling at any given moment.
The songs on the debut EP from the viral rap and country star do not even come close to the pure magic of “Old Town Road.”
Before I press play: Kinda weird that Old Town Road is on the album twice. Also why is the remix first but the original last. Weird.
Also I've seen some people complaining that all his songs are short, like that's inherently a bad thing. Small songs can be really good at getting a point across in one direct hit. I:E; Jack Stauber and Tierra Whack.
After Listening: Unironically Great. I'll admit I'm biased But like, I love underdog stories so much. Some kid who spends his days shitposting on ... read more
got the horses up my ass.
So Lil Nas X is a interesting figure in hip hop. His unique blend of country and trap is something that sounds like a novelty act at best. Like, how do you make that sound authentic, interesting, or coherient without sounding like absolute radio sell out garbage? This really was Lil Nas X's make it or break it moment, to see if he could be taken seriously as a stand alone artist.
And it's not awful. It's just fucking weird in both a good way and a bad way.
It's far ... read more
BONUS REVIEW! ANOTHER GAY SINGER/ RAPPER! Whatever. I think we know what to expect here.
1. Old Town Road REMIX- Great (Well... you already know)
2. Panini- Great (Goes hard)
3. F9mily (You & Me)- Good (It's aight)
4. Kick It- Meh (Bland)
5. Rodeo- Good (Sorry =0)
6. Bring U Down- Good (You did =D)
7. C7osure (You Like)- Great (I'll give him this one)
8. Old Town Road- Great (The OG version!)
3 Best- Panini, Old Town Road x2
3 Worst- Kick It, F9mily (You & Me), Bring U Down
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1 | Old Town Road [Remix] 2:37 feat. Billy Ray Cyrus | 75 |
2 | Panini 1:54 | 76 |
3 | F9mily (You & Me) 2:42 with Travis Barker | 60 |
4 | Kick It 2:21 | 47 |
5 | Rodeo 2:38 with Cardi B | 65 |
6 | Bring U Down 2:11 | 57 |
7 | C7osure (You Like) 2:28 | 65 |
8 | Old Town Road 1:53 | 71 |
#31 | / | Good Morning America |