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The aforementioned “Neon Guts” is a great example of what Uzi can do when he goes beyond rap tropes, but “Dark Queen” feels like it lacks a sense of purpose. There are moments where Uzi actually does tap into something deeper in his lyrics, and those moments are usually found on the album’s best tracks.
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A good portion of what Uzi sings or raps about here has been rapped about by countless other artists. Unfortunately, there are two really glaring issues with “Luv Is Rage 2.” The first is the lyricism. Lyrically speaking, Uzi explores dark themes on tracks such as “XO TOUR Llif3” and “The Way Life Goes.” His more depressing material feels like it came from somewhere real. He spews out words in the same way his namesake, an U zi machine gun, spews bullets. When Uzi gets going, his lyrical dexterity is a marvel to behold. This man can throw down on a beat, often rapping very quickly and utilizing varying flows to create high contrast in his approach to verses. The real standout feature on this album is Lil Uzi Vert’s rapid fire flow. The Weeknd appears on “UnFazed” and adds his soulful pipes, infusing yet another new flavor into Uzi’s melting pot. The chorus he sings is one of the album’s catchiest, and the way he and Uzi trade bars in the verses makes this track one of the album’s best. Williams’ contribution on “Neon Guts” stands out. Two of the album’s biggest highlights are the guest appearances by Williams and T he Weeknd.
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The dynamic beats are what make the album interesting. The production on this album creates an auditory landscape somewhat reminiscent of West’s earlier work. If anyone deserves major kudos for this project, it’s the enormous production team. The bulk of mainstream rap is dominated by trap beats, and it is refreshing to hear someone push the boundaries of the genre. Uzi’s colorful influences come together to create one of the more entertaining trap albums released this year. Vert combines the rhythmic qualities of trap with a bizarre array of influences including Kanye West, Pharrell Williams and Marilyn Manson. Philadelphia rapper Lil Uzi Vert is one of the most interesting artists working in the trap subgenre at the moment.