Metro Boomin Presents: ‘A Futuristic Summa’: All 23 Tracks Ranked

The hook and general melodies in “Don’t Cease Dancing” are sadly fairly grating and repetitive. Lil Child appears like he’s struggling to hit these excessive notes, and the hook is available in so typically and so intensely it’s arduous to concentrate on anything.

Whereas it’s good to listen to Younger Dro, Store Boy Meanie and Shad Da God collaborate on a observe, “Issa Celebration” will get misplaced among the many different celebration anthems on the tail finish of disc one. The bars aren’t as intelligent, the beat isn’t as polished, and whereas it matches the general theme of Futuristic Summa, “Issa Celebration” feels overly literal, coming throughout as a filler document.

Each participant featured on “Overly Trimm” locks in to one of the best of their capacity, however every rapper delivers stronger performances elsewhere on the tape. The cadence and rhythm of this observe really feel eerily just like many different, stronger entries on A Futuristic Summa, making it arduous not to attract comparisons — particularly since “Overly Trimm” doesn’t seem till the closing moments of the venture.

“I Like That” admittedly options so many alternative vibes that all of it turns into a bit of overwhelming. Roscoe and a pair of Chainz come by way of and do their factor, however by the tip of the tune, the glitchy beat, mixed with Waka’s signature “Waka Flocka” screams, feels a bit suffocating. With its bloated four-minute run time, I can’t assist however let loose an exhale by the tip of the observe.

Rocko’s relaxed swagger pairs effortlessly with Zaytoven’s barely menacing piano trills on “Make It Make Sense.” With the observe sounding like a cultured throwback to a 2010s basic, Metro and Zay step away from the high-energy celebration anthems of A Futuristic Summa to craft a slow-burn hustler observe. Rocko, in flip, is given loads of house to rap about cash, vehicles and lavish bills.

Shad Da God and Jose Guapo shut out the album’s first half with a playful ode to turning up. It appears like Wealthy Homie Quan might have match proper alongside these two, as they wrap up A Futuristic Summa‘s A-side with a reminder that this album is all about having enjoyable. “Look, I’m tryna have enjoyable once more, Metro. These golf equipment totally different now, I’m bored with the Percocet music,” Guapo says within the tune’s closing moments, including, “Look, we tryna have enjoyable within the membership!” Extra good occasions are certainly forward as Metro begins to shift from outdoors to inside music.

Hanging the same jolly tone to “Free Screws,” Younger Dro returns for some extra playful bars on “Stealin All The Swag.” Dro’s singing is surprisingly fascinating on the hook, and can possible trigger audiences to scream it out if it’s ever carried out stay. Nevertheless, the total scope of the tune comes and goes, with out leaving any actual influence in comparison with the opposite celebration anthems on this tape.

“WTF Goin” finds Younger Dro really in his aspect as he delivers braggadocious bars just because he’s feeling himself and able to celebration. It’s a easy idea for a tune, however when executed this effectively, it’s certain to make anybody need to get outdoors and have an excellent time.

The transition from “Drip BBQ” into “I Go” is seamless, signaling that we’re coming into the apex of A Futuristic Summa. JMoney returns with one other dose of swag rap, which hits tougher this time because of Younger Metro’s smoother, less-buoyant backdrop. JMoney glides effortlessly over the beat, and whereas the bars is probably not the sharpest of the bunch, their supply is bound to get heads nodding.

Yung L.A. and Lil Child deliver the warmth on “Jerry Curry (Love & Basketball),” buying and selling bars concerning the two topics within the subtitle. Whereas Child opts for his signature sleepy, Auto-Tuned circulation this time round, Yung L.A. holds his personal, delivering a catchy hook that matches seamlessly inside Metro’s universe.

With manufacturing that’s enjoyable, bouncy and proper at dwelling with that nostalgic ATL sound, JMoney steps proper again into his futuristic swag period with “I Need It All.” It’s a enjoyable intro to what’s positive to be a enjoyable album. The tune serves as an ideal appetizer for what’s to come back, however higher tracks await.

JMoney, Store Boy Meanie, Roscoe Sprint all sound like no time has handed, however on “My Lil S—t,” it’s newcomer BunnaB that carries the crew. Channeling the early-’00s ATL power is one factor, however BunnaB’s animated circulation takes the nostalgic vibes of “My Lil S—t” and makes it really feel recent and present.

Your entire forged of A Futuristic Summa returns for the album’s bouncy nearer, crusing into the horizon with bars crafted to seize the eye of the woman subsequent door. In any case, it wouldn’t be an ode to the 2000s with out a minimum of one observe devoted to chasing a summertime neighborhood love curiosity.

T.I. is all the time easy together with his bars, even when he’s partying the night time away, however relating to melody on “U Deserve,” Roscoe has him beat! Roscoe Sprint brings this tune to life, with Younger Dro stopping by another time to rattle off some sensual bars about his woman. Altogether, it’s a robust standout within the mixtape’s bloated second half.

Metro dims the lights for a second on “Partying & Ingesting,” permitting Future and 21 Savage to affix the forged of characters on the document. The tune affords a welcome change of tempo, with Pluto and Savage sounding fully of their aspect over Metro’s syrupy beat.

Quavo and Roscoe Sprint on the identical tune? Who would have thought? However on “Butterflies (Proper Now),” they sound like two peas in a pod. Each rappers’ melodic approaches to Metro’s galactic synths and clicking hi-hats really feel proper in sync with the Futuristic Summa throwback vibe. With a catchy hook to tie all of it collectively, “Butterflies (Proper Now)” hits like a pool celebration on a balmy July afternoon.

Shad da God and Skooly sound higher than ever on “Free Screws.” Over a beat so animated and glitchy it appears like one thing straight out of a online game, the 2 ship express bars a few woman so sizzling they really feel like they’re shedding their minds. “I imply, this b—ch so unhealthy, she will make the information,” Skooly spits in basic early-’00s vogue. No additional context is important. “Free Screws” is so upbeat and cheery it’s virtually comical, however that’s precisely what hit so arduous concerning the music again then.

Whereas nonetheless a buzzing younger expertise, BunnaB sounds proper at dwelling with this early 2000s sound. Her rhythmic drawl on “There” is an earworm by itself, and whereas Quavo does his factor over Metro’s springy metal drums, however Bunna and YK Niece’s animated bars actually deliver this joint to life.

Metro faucets into his entice consolation zone with “Clap,” enlisting Waka Flocka Flame for a vigorous and boisterous membership anthem. The observe serves as an thrilling teaser for what’s to come back within the mixtape’s second half, as Metro transitions from the streets to the membership.

It’s so good to listen to Younger Thug having enjoyable once more! The cheerful ATL legend sounds snug and relaxed over Metro’s horns. Whereas Thugga’s earlier launch, “Cash on Cash,” was a boastful flex brimming with testosterone, “Birthday” is solely celebratory and a jolly good time. Though Yung Brooke and Skooly do their finest to match Thugga’s power, it’s clear that this tune belongs to him.

Women simply wanna have enjoyable this summer time, and Metro, Gucci Mane, Younger Dro and Travis Porter are right here to verify it occurs. On “They Wanna Have Enjoyable,” Guwop sounds proper at dwelling over Metro’s hi-hats and jerky synths, whereas Dro raps prefer it’s 2006 yet again. Travis Porter revitalizes his “Convey It Again” circulation, and all feels proper on the earth.

“Drip BBQ” turns up the temperature on A Futuristic Summa, with Waka’s high-octane bars propelling the album into the following chapter with a bang. It’s only a disgrace Waka’s verse isn’t a bit longer, given the dose of adrenaline he provides to the observe after Quavo’s extra relaxed supply.

The only that began all of it: “Slide” showcases every part that made Roscoe Sprint such an iconic hitmaker within the early 2010s. His slick melodic circulation, cheeky-as-hell wordplay (“Let me feed you want a child hen/ You ain’t even gotta rise up and chase the worm”), and infectious power all come collectively seamlessly. “Slide” is bound to encourage anybody to rise up and hit the dance ground.