Rapper TI is back with the release of his sixth album titled “Paper Trail.” Even though the Atlanta rapper has had a rather troubling past year, he managed to put together and release a 16-track album that generated some well-deserved anticipation. This article is a review of TI’s new album “Paper Trail”. I’ll give a quick review and rating for each song on the album.
Here are the clues and reviews of “Paper Trail”
56 Bars (Intro) – Nice opening track, a somewhat rhythmic song that gets the album off to a good start. Rating 4/5
I’m Illy – Beat is relaxing but forceful. TI’s fluidity in this song really makes the beat that much better. Rating 3/5
Ready for anything: another relaxing but basic circuit. TI gets personal with his lyrics on this track giving him a really good feel. Rating 4/5
On Top Of The World – TI shares the limelight with fellow Atlanta rapper Ludacris on this simple rhythm track. The 2 rappers complement each other well making this song decent. Rating 3/5
Live Your Life – Rihanna joins YOU on this very catchy track. Rihanna singing the hook is what makes this track good. Rating 4/5
Whatever You Like: This radio-friendly song grows on you after listening to it multiple times. Rating 4/5
No matter what – a very punchy beat and increasingly harsh lyrics definitely make this track stand out. Rating 4/5
My Life Your Entertainment – One of the simplest tracks on the album. Simple rhythm, but nothing special. Rating 3/5
Porn Star – This is a really laid back track where the flow of IT matches the beat. Nothing catchy, a clear album filler. Rating 2/5
Swing Ya Rag: This Swizz Beatz produced banger definitely takes this album to another level. This track brings incredible energy unmatched by any other track on the album. Rating 5/5
What Up, What’s Haapnin – The beat is fine on this song, but what makes this song a winner is the catchy hook that makes the song. Rating 4/5
Every Chance I Get – Nice wicked hook, but the song overall is nothing special. Another album filler. Rating 2/5
Swagga Like Us – This song features Jay-z, Kanye West, and Lil Wayne. This melodic rhythm is carried by the artist in this one, not bad. Rating 4/5
Slideshow: John Legend joins YOU on this one to give you a really laid back feel. Rating 3/5
You don’t miss a thing – this is just an average track with average TI flow. However, the track has a nice message. Rating 2/5
Dead And Gone – This track definitely closes this album with an emotional blast. With Justin Timberlake singing the hook and the rising beat of TI, this track is an instant winner.
Overall, I think “Paper Trail” lives up to expectations. With only a few tracks that don’t really shine, which is comprehensive because most albums have those much-needed filler tracks, this album is worth listening to. Rating 4/5