I think the Pitchfork review was a little harsh and felt somehow like punching down, but...yeah, the album's not good. The production is fine but milquetoast and some of the punchline raps are the worst bars I've heard in years. There are no moments of exult.

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I'm Justin Duke โ€” a software engineer, writer, and founder. I currently work as the CEO of Buttondown, the best way to start and grow your newsletter, and as a partner at Third South Capital.

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