His rhymes are electric, filled with passion, speed, and vigor. “Love Letters” finds Watsky pounding his chest. “I’m pleading with the Crown today / That’s all I got to say / I will not lie to you I had to try my luck across the sea / Now we’re history / I’m saying goodbye to you.” The other aspect of its British roots? “Yes Britannia” is about a break-up song with a British girl. “Yes Britannia” sounds as British as its title, thanks to awesome production. The best moment comes towards the end when the Watsky and production are in sync with a killer jazzy groove. Chocked full of superb punchlines, as dumb as it goes, Watsky’s flow is awesome. “Don’t Be Nice” is absurd – in the most impressive fashion. “North side plenty, south side pennies / I vote Yeezus- Deez Nuts 2020.” Standout “Pink Lemonade” brilliantly uses jazz cues (big band), referencing numerous aspects of pop culture. The same might be said of the jazzy, sometimes bizarre “Springtime in New York.” To its credit, Watsky’s poetry is superb…well, arguably until the sex twists it. Continually enjoyable and showcasing Watsky’s agility, “Little Slice” doesn’t quite rival the opening trio. “Little Slice” (featuring Danny Skyhigh McClain) is well-produced, particularly the soulful cues – dusty beat, electric piano, and robust bass line. Watsky claims that the medicine prescribed for his epilepsy affects him as a person, and he’d rather take the risks associated with not using it. “My doctor says I’m being reckless (reckless) / That quitting’s risky for my health (and I’ll f*ck up my life real bad).” “Chemical Angel” tackles abstaining… from prescription pills of course! “Have you felt a little off today / Had a lot to say / But wound up talking to yourself? / I’ve been hunting for a kindly ear / But couldn’t find one near / And wound up talking to myself.” On the second verse, in particular, the MC goes H.A.M. The momentum continues seamlessly on “Talking to Myself,” a reflective, moody cut that should be relatable to everyone who hears it. Quick-paced profane rhymes, Watsky sounds confident and untouchable. 3” – a follow-up to previous songs of the same title – finds Watsky on autopilot. “You’re officially welcome to grab your crotches!” Woo! Opener “Tiny Glowing Screens, Pt. It’s jam-packed with hits, even if they are hits that don’t align with radio’s definition of hits. Unfortunately, the talented artist doesn’t get his just due – bummer! Regardless, his latest project, x Infinity is worthwhile times infinity. That’s the case with rapper/poet Watsky, who’s been “on the grind” for years. Sometimes, the most underrated and under-appreciated artists are the crème de la crème. Alternative/underground rapper and poet Watsky delivers the album of his career with the lengthy, but exceptional x Infinity.
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