On December 15th, Jeezy released his eighth studio album titled, Pressure. The project consists of thirteen tracks, with features from J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Kodak Black, Payroll Giovanni, Rick Ross, Sean Combs, Tee Grizzley, Tory Lanez, Trey Songz, Wizkid, YG, and 2 Chainz. Listening to the album, you still get those motivational lyrics and knocking beats prevalent in Jeezy's music. However, you can tell that his subject matter has evolved. He seems to be moving on from music about being in the trap, and on to enjoying the fruits of his labor. On tracks like "Bottles Up", he's celebrating his success and showcasing "trap excellence". As he stated in his interview with The Breakfast Club, this album reflects his current lifestyle. With a career as extensive as Jeezy's, it's only natural to see maturity over the years. He's been around the game for awhile, and he possesses a lot of wisdom that he passes on through his music, as well as off-the-mic moves. I've always respected his longevity and consistency. Pressure gives you the perspective of one that has made the most of their struggle, and built success from the bottom-up. His growth is showcased in tracks like "In A Major Way", where he talks about being a multi-millionaire from the hood. You have to appreciate a successful person that hasn't forgotten their roots. I'm not the most hardcore Jeezy fan, but I enjoyed listening to this album. Jeezy stays true to his style, and is complemented by some special guest verses. The production is spectacular, and definitely fitting for a Jeezy album. I recommend the tracks "This Is It", "Pressure", and "American Dream".
