Strictly 4 The Scythe

the take

As soon as "LIT EFFECT" was released, I was hype for this new project that Denzel Curry announced. In my mind, the collective's rappers are ones I've listened to before and enjoyed their solo work (or in the case of Key Nyata via features, but he hasn't missed to me yet). It's still amazing, but I feel like I was kind of let down in a sense. The first half is clearly better and more consistent than the second, as the project's energetic tracks are front-loaded to kick the project off. "THE SCYTHE" to "MUTT THAT BIH" is a prime example of respecting the Memphis rap sound, which I'm a huge fan of. That said, it could get a bit repetitive, which is why we have the second half of the album. I'll admit I wasn't exactly the biggest fan of the second half on my first listen. I kind of felt blindsided due to the album's vibe shifted suddenly. I ran back "HOOPTY" to "UP" a few more times in the following days, and I've grown to like them a bit more. It may not have as many standout moments, but it finally began to dawn on me that each member of The Scythe just made this to have fun. As such, they were able to create what they want and be content with what they put out. The Scythe's "Strictly 4 the Scythe" is a project that I enjoy enough (with its many highs), but I can't help but think I got my hopes up a bit.