The more I listen to this woman’s music, a question kept re-appearing in my mind. ‘What would best describe her in one word?’ And the more I thought about it, there could only be one true answer.
‘Soul’
This MC puts her soul and heart into everything she releases, and that passion and love is felt by us, the audience, and so (as it always has been) I am grateful for the opportunity to once again discuss the latest album by one of Hip Hop’s greatest rappers in the female division.
This is the brand-new record by MC legend Nejma Nefertiti, a woman with a storied discography that continues to get better and stronger by the years! On this one, we have the producer LuckCharmBeats working the beats, and the likes of
-Destruct
-Napoleon Da Legend
-Magdalena Gomez
-Pos
-Shortie No Mass
And scratches by DJ Evil Dee
And let you tell you, readers. This one is something special. From the very first seconds of this album, you experience that trademark lively, old-school fusion of Hip Hop and Soul/Funk. She has the effect of breathing life into each instrumental she raps on, and the intro tells that tale well from the 80’s era scratches, the light vocal snippets to the consistent string progressions, and the thudding and hypnotic drums! The best way to start this album off!
But this isn’t all; there are so many examples of instrumentals that are full of life and energy and enthusiasm! For example, the track -It’s Us (featuring Napoleon) is one of those beats you won’t be able to help but groove to! It’s got these mesmerising flute samples that run throughout the whole song as well as this sporadic sound that appears and disappears every few seconds, which I found quite quirky and fitting for the track!
I also loved those rock and roll-style drums that go off in what sounds like this old-school late 1960s groove that I fell in love with instantly! It kind of reminded me of that concert scene in ‘Back to the Future 1’ when Marty is playing that rock and roll music! Needless to say, I fucked with it heavily!
Another prime example of this bursting instrumentation is the song -Kanya! If infectious harmony was a being, then this is what it would be! It’s a combination of experimental samples and classic boom-bap structure to create this fusion unlike anything I’ve heard before! From that bizarre vocal interpretation to that squeaky-clean chord progression and loose drum beats! This one feels more like the aftermath of a few joints surrounded by your closest friends and loved ones, vibing together!
Kind of reminds me of the same energy as Busta Rhymes’ classic single ‘Woo Hah!’ Same whimsical nature to it!
These are just a few examples of the type of beats and production you can expect from this album. A lot of variety in textures and sounds that make it all real fun to listen to!
When we discuss Nejma and her contributions to the album, we are discussing an artist, a performer who literally puts everything in her delivery, bars, words, and tone. She’s the type of MC that always wears her heart on her sleeve, which helps her verses alike more authentic, relatable, and easier to fuck with!
She’s your favourite rapper, favourite rapper. She has been repping her own lane for years now, developing and creating her own original style that is exclusive to her, and we get to see this in prime form across this new album!
From her impactful lyricism, to her spiritual performances and dope student of the game mentality that helps her stay rooted in the lessons of who she grew up with as well as keeping her verbal efforts in the modern day and bursting with high spirit, confidence and enough natural charisma to fill herself, the people around her and the culture for days! She’s just that powerful in her ability to light up the stage whenever she touches the mic!
The more I hear Napoleon on a track with her, the more I see him as her spiritual equal. Both are incredibly talented rappers but their certain chemistry is something I haven’t seen anyone else possess together! It’s truly remarkable and special (not to discredit the other guests they all left an amazing mark on the album and it’s replay value) it’s just Nejma and Napoleon hit different!
Once again, another gold effort by Nejma and company. Luck killed it with the beats and the verses and guests speak for themselves! Make sure you go click the link and support today!
https://nejmanefertiti.bandcamp.com/album/method-to-my-madness-m-t-m-m
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