There is no Jumpman or 10 Bands or Diamonds or Scolarship...
It's kind of the same monotonous 1990's R&B fluff but for a whole album with no tempo to keep you interested. A little is good but wow! It's not even great R&B. It's like leftover R&B. I'm not even sure this can qualify as a rap album. I'm disappointed tbqh... I was used to Beyoncé serving hot garbage to the masses but she slayed her ST and Lemonade. This album from Drake is yikes! Where is the testosterone?
On Hotline Bling. On first listen I'm not really sure what to think, don't really have an instant favorite like I did with NWTS or If You're Reading This... so we'll see, will give it another listen at work tomorrow.
First listen complete. His best work (with the exception of Take Care) so far. Love the vibe and it is a great representation of the overall wave Toronto is riding these days. He is making the city proud.