Megan Thee Stallion has released her third studio album, simply titled ‘Megan’. This album offers an even bolder creative vision of the rapper than previous releases, with a more vibrant and well-rounded portrayal of Megan Thee Stallion’s multifaceted identity. ‘Megan’ is her first independently released album, made possible by a new distribution deal with Warner that allows her control over her masters and publishing. She apparently even funded the recording herself.
One of the standout personas showcased in ‘Megan’ the album is Megan’s affinity for snakes, which she’s described as an “anti-hero” and archetypal bad-girl. True to tradition, she bookends the album with singles ‘Hiss’ and ‘Cobra’, where she stings with venomous precision, firing shots at Drake and any detractors bold enough to come her way. The rapper also embraces her inner anime geek on ‘Otaku Hot Girl’ and ‘Mamushi’, featuring an appealing hook and light commentary on Jujutsu Kaisen and Naruto.
In the album’s 52 minutes, Megan Thee Stallion confidently explores different aspects of her personality and identity. The album features raunchy tracks that display Megan’s range as a rapper and musician, but there are also some thoughtful pieces that expose a personal side to the Houstonian. Listeners can hear Megan collaborating with her heroes and Southern rap forebears on ‘Paper Together’, and with the inclusion of a previously vaulted verse by the late Pimp C.
Throughout her career, Megan Thee Stallion has displayed all of these facets of her personality. However, ‘Megan’ sounds more cohesive, presenting Megan Thee Stallion to the world in an exciting new light. The album features a sizzling guitar solo on ‘Cobra’, which is a fitting end to a fearless new era for Megan Thee Stallion. The album was released on June 28th, 2024, under Hot Girl Productions LLC
Read the full article on NME here: Read More