After five years of studio album silence, Lil Wayne has finally come out with Tha Carter V. Full of incredible collaborations with quite the handful of A-List rappers including Travis Scott, Nicki Minaj, and Kendrick Lamar, Wayne’s album is jam-packed with a variety of sounds and perspectives.
Wayne addresses problems in his life to his fans and family in the song “Open Letter.” After his signature lighter flick, Wayne gets serious and digs deep into issues of love and life and truth. With words sure to make fans ache, this song brings a new level of meaning to the album.
An ironic breath of fresh air, “Dark Side of the Moon” featuring Nicki Minaj is a slow-jam, hip-hop song full of romantic, passionate imagery and stunning vocals. With lyrics so vivid they almost seem chaotic in their intensity, this song captures the essence of a love so strong that it can survive anything, even disasters that would make the sky fall and the earth crumble. Centered around the theme of space, this completely captivating song allows listeners a dream-like glimpse into the solar system through the lens of an intergalactic love.