Monica

the take

In Jack Harlow’s return to music, he takes another approach. Typically, when a white rapper steps into another genre, they move towards styles that are considered more traditionally “white.” Artists like Post Malone have leaned into country, while MGK shifted into pop punk music after his beef with Eminem. Harlow takes a different approach. Instead of leaving hip hop, he explores another genre still deeply rooted in Black musical traditions: neo soul. Showing he has a true appreciation of the craft. With smooth beats and relatable lyrics, Jackman shows his versatility.