Since my Introducing: Ye Ali article in 2018, he’s since gone on to establish himself as one of the forerunners of R&B, beyond an artist, he’s worked behind the scenes with not only the likes of Chris Brown, but a whole crop of up and coming R&B stars. With multiple instalments of his now classic projects (including the more recent mixtape Private Suite 4), Ye has developed his craft further, from production, songwriting and vocals, spreading his wave throughout the new rise of R&B through various production camps, his imprint is visible, and his latest release is a testament to that.
Good Girls, caters to his core, it’s soft melodic base, rests comfortably within the crisp hi-hat, allowing him to accentuate his vocals, accompanying ad-libs and glittery chimes provide the backdrop for him to push his lyricism to the forefront with classic R&B simplicity. It serves as a solo teaser, with his compilation project on the way, he’s definitely positioning himself towards the top of that new R&B lineage.
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[…] No time wasted, it starts with Sex In Your Mind, serving as the intro, it sets the scene (the, “in your mind” aspect of this song is such a traditional spin), leading into Good Girls II, switching the tempo up a notch, it’s a similar sound to the current R&B/Drill mash emerging out of New York (and who better to flex in that realm), with it’s notable samples including the legend Joe. Now X3 (featuring 11:11, Zae France and Mizzy Lott) gives us a glimpse into that compilation project. Track 4, Deleting Apps, a great example of Ye Ali’s penmanship, as a lot of today’s R&B are attempts of the golden ages, he actually challenges the norm with his writing and musicality, which sounds current but feels like the classics. Further justified with Missed Birthdays, the sonically sexier of the songs, it’s actually one of the best tracks of recent, especially if you account the vulnerability to confidently deliver such toxicity. Next is the exotic Pree Di Ting (Hold Up), “I know she got a schedule, but I’m not scared to call..”, he opens with, over the warm afro-infused composition, showcasing the depth in his craft. The theme is maintained with Girls From Houston, acting as an interlude before another standout track, Open Late, R&B at it’s core, with the subtle samples, it’s a solid effort with fellow collaborator DCMBR & Benstar, before the actual interlude Pictures With The Opps, breaking the fourth wall whilst restoring the toxic balance (can’t believe she burnt the PS5). Concluding the project with the first and (previously reviewed) well-received single Good Girls. […]