In the ever-evolving world of hip-hop, it takes more than just bars to stand out; it takes a certain bravado, wouldn’t you say? Well, IDK has done just that! With his 2024 release, BRAVADO + INTiMO, he not only hit the mark, but many fans are calling it his best work yet—who could blame them? This album is like a finely crafted piece of art—concise, dusty, and adorned with atmospheric flourishes that make it a must-listen. But just when everyone thought IDK had put the finishing touches on this masterpiece, he pulled a rabbit out of the hat with a deluxe version only four months later! Now, before you roll your eyes and think, “Oh great, another cash grab,” let me assure you, this is anything but. BRAVADO INTiMO… takes the original twelve tracks and adds alternate takes and sequels that’ll have you replaying every note. Talk about deliciously intriguing! If you’re curious about how IDK’s lyrical prowess stacks up against legends like Joey BADA$$ and Conway the Machine while simultaneously flexing his melodic chops, you’re definitely in for a ride. Buckle up, folks, because we’re diving into the artistic brilliance of this deluxe edition—trust me, it’s a fascinating listen!
IDK knocked it out of the park with 2024’s BRAVADO + INTiMO. It was concise, dusty, and filled with atmosphere flourishes. Many considered it to be the rapper’s finest release to date. So what did he do four months later? Drop a deluxe version of the album. BRAVADO INTiMO… is not a cash grab drop or an attempt to tack on a separate album of material, though. The album is instead comprised of the original 12 tracks, but alternate takes and sequels to some of the original songs. It’s a fascinating listen.
IDK still drops devastating bars alongside veterans like Joey BADA$$ and Conway the Machine. It’s his command of melody that really shines on the bonus songs, though. There’s a demo song, “STiLL i,” and it’s fascinating to hear how much louder and in command his voice is over this original beat. It’s clear he has complete command of his singing and rapping abilities, and the demo may even be better than the final version, “DENiM.” There’s also an acoustic version of the song “SUPERNOVA” that closes out the album. IDK drops the hip hop pretense and delivers a gorgeous ballad that once again, supersedes the original.
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