NEW MUSIC FRIDAY 28.03.25 #25

NEW MUSIC FRIDAY 28.03.25 #25

WW3 – Kanye West (0/10)

This song was deleted by Kanye, but I'm still reviewing it since he dropped it. 'WW3' is an under-two-minute rant where Kanye talks about how he's a n*zi and addresses and defends his disgusting rants on X. The lyrics on this are just straight insane; here's a summary of them:

"I'm antisemitic, fully."

"They say I'm acting like H*tler.
But how am I acting like H*tler?
When Am I A F****** [N word]"

"They're telling me to get off Twitter; I voted for Trump, not Biden. I know some went to that island."

Yeah, there are a gazillion more terrible lyrics, but I just really can't be asked to go through them all. And the beat is not savable one bit; it's totally a cheap layout that was only designed for an attention-seeking rant. Not to mention that Kanye sounds completely AI on this. Don't listen! Contender for worst song of 2025.

Twilight Zone – Ariana Grande (7/10)

We have finally got the deluxe version of Eternal Sunshine, and with that comes this song. It sounds like a mix of 'The Boy Is Mine' and 'We Can't Be Friends', but something that doesn't equal the value of either. I mean, it's not bad, but it's not great. It would've totally fit on Eternal Sunshine, though. And this song has the lyrical value and the emotional value; Ariana has always been one artist with a signature style, and to balance herself out, but she does it especially well on this, and she takes it more easy while still sounding radio-friendly. Good song!

Physical – Dua Lipa/Troye Sivan (5/10)

Dua Lipa really took a feminist power song that's about how she doesn't need a man to save her, and then she put a man in her lyrics... that makes zero sense, but Dua isn't the smartest cookie, so I'm not really surprised. The original was a dance banger, but Troye doesn't work and adds overly autotuned verses while trying to unsuccessfully align with Dua's voice.

FOMDJ – Playboi Carti (4/10)

After the second half of 'Music' had a downfall, it appears that the main single on the Deluxe follows the dominoes of bad songs; Carti's meaning is blurred, he uses a pumped-up sound and just creates crap that goes in one ear and out the other.

Up From The Bottom – Linkin Park (8/10)

Linkin Park once again show they are still strong after returning 5 months after their album. Emily still has those roaring and fiery vocals! She was a great choice for the lead singer! Parts of the mixing give the 2000 classic DJ sound where they put their fingers on the record deck; the effect worked really well with the rock guitars giving the booming effect that Linkin Park commonly gives! I'm looking forward to seeing what's next!

Stained – Selena Gomez (3.8/10)

Ok, we got rid of the TikTok song feeling. But there's still a problem: this is like some of the songs on her collab album, but instead, this is even slower and more boring. Any life or potential was sucked out of this song, and in the end, no talent is really showcased.

YIPEE-KI-YAY – Kesha/T-Pain (0/10)

I'm going to be completely honest; I've only ever been disappointed with a song this much a few times in my life. This song now stands as a contender for the worst song of 2025. This song combines country-pop (yes, another country transition in 2025!). Yikes.) With T-Pain's soul-crushing, ear-melting, brain-liquefying auditory ebola of autotune and vocals. The mix ends up sounding like Desi Trill's and DJ Khaled's collaboration earlier this year. This sounds like a song from a Pixar movie that involves two animated cowboys in a dancing scene; it's truly the worst of the worst. I think Kesha forgot that she's not serving her music to babies. And I can't say I expected good from Kesha, but I didn't expect her to give us something equivalent to this! Oh, and for T-Pain, he's one of the worst artists (maybe the worst) to ever exist in the history of mankind, and that's coming from someone who's heard thousands upon thousands upon thousands (AND THOUSANDS) of different artists! He's contended for the worst song of the year not once, not twice, but three times! And that's a lot, considering I've only been doing the worst songs of the year list for two years and wasn't even paying a tonne of attention to the deeper music scene last year. I'm shocked how this is getting a mid-user rating too. THIS IS A SIGN THAT THE WORLD IS ENDING. THE BLUMMIN GEDIGADIGADIGADIGO CHICKEN NUGGET BRAINROT SONG WAS BETTER THAN THIS!!

Sunshine & Rain... - Kali Uchis (4.9/10)

So... I'm the first person to say that this song isn't decent out of around 150 ratings. The song is really tedious for me; I can't get into the mindset the song wants me to even if I try. I don't think Kali gave her all here.

UNLIMITED – NAV/Playboi Carti (4.8/10)

I listened to thirty Carti tracks the other day, plus some of the Deluxe. Trust me, we do NOT need more music; I'm fine.

Bullseye – Lucy Dacus/Hozier (5/10)

Hozier was on a good run, but that's now over. This is just extremely lacking of Hozier's style or even Lucy's previous songs; it feels like there had to be another single, so they just put this forward. I actually can't name one thing they did which separates themselves from others.

Godstained – Qaudeca (7.5/10)

Really chilled-out harmony that's relaxing to the ears; it's my first listen to Qaudeca, but it won't be my last! Oh, and I love those gentle guitar strums.

Vanish Mode – Lil Durk (2/10)

Lil Durk was never a master of lyricism, but this is awful; definitely not listening to his new album. This guy is rap crap official.

What Are You Waiting For – D4vd (8.9/10)

Never thought this would release with a Fortnite montage lol. Anyway, this album could be album of the year! And this single leans into a whole new realm; it's giving summer vibes with fresh drum pads and then a melody that sounds like a lighter summer version of the one on 'People Watching'. It's unique and something that radio can jump on! Which is a match made in heaven if everything goes well! Please check this out; you'll love it!

Caroline – Mumford And Sons (7.1/10)

Yet again, another great song from Mumford and Sons! That's 3/3 good songs that I've heard from this! I feel really enticed to hear the full album. The things I've heard from this are a good balance of folk-pop and strong melodies that hook you; I hope they get more attention.

You – Coco Jones (7/10)

Coco has really on-point and luxurious-sounding vocals; she adds her character really well on her songs, and this shows. It sounds like the 2000s R&B but with a Coco twist, and I like that twist.

Free – Little Simz (7/10)

It's a step down from 'Flood', but we could still very well be in for an amazing album; I'm just hoping Simz doesn't dip in quality that much. She's keeping the artistic ability on this, and her rapping brings an edge to the music scene, and she shows it really well on this; the layering on the production blends well with Simz, and I'm hoping the album (out May 9th) can do the same.

Bad Boys – Jax Jones/Rebecca Black/Sooyeon (3/10)

Rebecca went straight from 'Salvation' to sin. What the heck is this?! Don't tell me Rebbecca is just trying to chase the bag because this is Jax Jones worst dance mash-up to date. This song has the core pulses of EDM, but it plays it safe and only changes the song by adding vocal effects, which are honestly quite annoying and feel so artificial.

DILEMMA – Nemzzz/Central Cee (6.8/10)

Yeah… I'll give Central Cee this one; I wasn't expecting him to be good, but he actually gave me hope for this future music. His verses were quick and well delivered, even better than Nemzzz's part!

Blue – Chezile (8/10)

Honestly... this is matching his viral hit 'Beanie'. We need to make this guy go viral again because he made yet another deep song that captures you in a state where you feel like the song is really personal to you, and that's only after one listen. Chezile makes his music well; he's more than some viral TikTok artist. He uses angel-like singing along with beautiful instrumentals to create a heavenly harmony.

NYB – Jessie Reyez (8/10)

Wow! Another 8/10 for Jessie; after that, I'm seriously considering giving her new album a chance! This is really fun; it's a fun party song that sounds like it's good for mainstream radio while straying away from the generic stereotypes.

HARD LIFE – NLE Choppa/Carey Washington (6.7/10)

Ok.. conscious rap NLE is getting better and better, and it's definitely better than what he was before; the production level just needs to raise, though, because if it doesn't, then he won't look like a serious artist, especially on this with the overlapping of sounds not working the best.

Woah, man! - Mae Stephen's (3.5/10)

Mae showcases the cringe teen-girl pop that made her famous; her career is becoming like yellow teeth; it needs a clean.

Like You – Fire Salamander/Joji (0.4/10)

Nobody seemed to talk or notice this release, and I think it's because of a lack of promo. To put it in the clearest way, this sounds like glitchy WiFi on a Zoom call along with a heck load of mumbling and a beat that basically sounds like something you would hear on phone call hold music. It's a pathetic mash-up, to say the least, and extremely disappointing from Joji's last album. Big step down.

Dove – Model/Actress (8/10)

This is a very unique case of industrial electronic rock that uses high-pitch sounds and production voices that capture your attention – it's a keeper!

Could've Been Different – Blu/Shamir/McKinley Dixon (7.9/10)

This reminds me of Kendrick Lamar's older conscious jazz rap. Oh, and it's definitely a good build-up to the full album; this is 2/2 good songs now! And I also enjoyed the more orchestral sound this brings; this is real rap!

Baby Face Maniacs – Yung Lean (6.4/10)

A good job at an experimental beat, but the meaning and focus are unclear.

Child Again – Aimee Carty (4/10)

OH MY WORD IT'S SO BORRRRRRRRING. Everything she's making is getting so boring because there's little to no change. I also really dislike the way she sings; it's not as bad on this song, though.

Indigo – Henry Moodie (6.3/10)

Too common for Moodie; we need more songs like 'Drunk Text'.