BIGBABYGUCCI is a free spirit. He says whatever is on his mind and tackles any task he feels is worthy of his time. There are no limitations to his creative talent and he continues to push himself as an artist. His brand new album Teen Spirit highlights these awesome qualities. The album’s title reigns true in its tone. The style of music is carefree and elevating. It conveys fun and relaxation, something everyone is searching for while stuck in this uncertainty. Through this project BIGBABYGUCCI promotes being the best of what you believe you can be, while being the perfect album to play in the car.
The project begins with “Typical” produced by Fish and AG. The lonely piano chords slowly increase the excitement, the moment you’ve been waiting for. BIGBABYGUCCI’s vocals rain onto the track. His signature blend of melodic and trap vocals sync with electric guitar over the chorus. As an artist, there’s always something up his sleeve. Followed by “Typical” is “Jason Vorhees”, inspired by the cult classic horror series “Friday the 13th”. “Put that mask on baby I’m Jason... your body I’m chasin’.” BIGBABYGUCCI’s sound progresses further and further in the field of R&B. We might have an official R&B album in the near future, A Girl Is A Gun, possibly.
“Vogue” lifts the slower tempo that the project began with. “Vogue” is produced by Harold Harper and is the only song out of the thirteen track project without producer Fish’s credit along with it. This may be the great beginnings of a dynamic rapper-producer duo. “Switch Locations” is one of the less flashy songs on the album. BIGBABYGUCCI is more vulnerable and indulges us with insights to his life. He talks about a relationship that would’ve worked if only the side was loyal. This very well could be the love that shifted his heart. We’ll never know because he’s moved on to the perks of a higher life.
“Japanese Garments” is BIGBABYGUCCI in his bag. His bars flow effortlessly, almost too quickly to keep track of in your first listen. The beat is simple, letting his verses fly freely. Without production by Fish and Lukrative, we wouldn’t have such a clean masterpiece. He hastily moves on to “Your Way”. This song carries the energy of late summer nights doing things you shouldn’t. It has the essence of mistakes and good memories, as most of the album does. Next is “Ask Me” co-produced between Fish and Whoiznate. This is BIGBABYGUCCI’s opportunity to speak to all of his doubters, to flaunt his success for those who said he’d never make it. Now, he’s in the position to move mountains and get the girl.
The album continues with “Gosha”, the world’s first hint as to what this project would consist of. It embodies his classic swagger and in-your-face lyrics. “Gotta kill me. I ain’t going back.” He’s been waiting for this opportunity and is taking full advantage. If there’s money to be made, he’s there. “Prada” feels like a symbol for his success. He talks about not wanting drama, not paying attention to anyone else’s game and flying off to an island instead. “Another Planet” is an uptempo hit that carries that same, fun-loving energy that has become the staple of the project. The beat, produced by Fish and Lukrative utilizes high hats and Spanish guitar, making it difficult not to lock into. BIGBABYGUCCI stitched together the theme of the album with precision.
“Vision” lets off the nostalgia of a theme song for a super villain. This may be appropriate due to the song’s racy subject matter as the young rapper recalls late nights with the ladies. “Suspect” takes a lighter approach. Although BIGBABYGUCCI may be a man of many women, he’s still looking for that one. But he’s always on the run, always under scrutiny or speculation. BIGBABYGUCCI closes the project with “Hell & Back”. He’s resilient, a fighter. Climbing up the ladder in this game is nothing compared to what it took to get to the start. As an artist, BIGBABYGUCCI is a rebel. There’s no box to place him inside because he’s constantly shifting directions. He’s not afraid of dabbling in genres that Hip Hop doesn’t tend to touch. He’s an artist of this generation, there’s nothing that could break his spirit.
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