For Mr.Reaper, he was always destined for the top, and his journey, marked by evolution, growth, and critical deserved acclaim, speaks volumes about his indestructible character and resilient spirit. The journey has been far from straight; he has been thrown some curve balls here and there, but the way he has navigated these tumultuous experiences is why he is one of the most listened to rap artists in the USA. His discography, a treasure trove of classics, continues to expand, a huge testament to his relentless work ethic, discipline, and matchless talents. Collaborating with A-listers such as Wiz Khalifa has also served to elevate his status, making his name ring outside the USA borders into the ears of an eager hip-hop fanbase who are always ready for something authentic and inimitable; – quite like the one he offers.
His latest project, “The Price Of Money” is so much more than just the 10-tracks spanning half an hour. This album represents the trailblazing journey of Mr.Reaper and showcases just how creative and imaginative he can be atop being stunningly versatile. It is an album that has been filtered through nostalgic, trap, and mixtape productions, encapsulating the raw, unfiltered, and massively appreciated underground hip-hop with modern influences.
And what’s more, the album consists of massively acclaimed hit tracks, “Ballad Of The Reaper,” “Emotions” and “Come Follow Me And We Ride” and other fresh new tracks to get you on the edge of your seat as Mr.Reaper’s lyrical effectiveness, instinctive delivery and unmatched cadence burrow at your bones.
When an artist is this good, it is easy to forget where he’s come from. This is someone who has survived the ins and outs of life and has various street knowledge at his disposal. His standing here and making global waves is a testament to his unbreakably shatterproof mentality. That’s why he can’t help himself and be cautious of his success because it has brought with it a fair share of jealousy, ill-will, betrayal, distrust, and disloyalty from those he thought were his day ones.
Well, “The Price Of Money” encapsulates all this and so much more as he takes a listener on a personal-inspired journey—one that is meant to inspire, challenge, and empower as much as entertain and engage its listener!
The track “Emotions” is a grand example of an inspirational masterpiece. This tune features the kind of decent production that is mellow and powerful at the same time. Here, Mr.Reaper exposes his innate versatility, singing like he raps in what is a fluid sing-rap technicality that strikes quite the impressive balance between the two. This track is a timely reminder that each and every one of us has got a purpose in life, and we should thus pursue it without letting our own emotions or anyone else’s get in the way.
Another brilliant jam is “Warrior Poet” which features a hauntingly evocative production with a hard-hitting beat that seamlessly blends with Mr.Reaper’s distinct vocals to create this effortless cadence that amplifies the track’s intensity. This track feels more like a cultural statement steeped in meaningful verses about doing that which you set out to. This track is the case of “Everybody wants to be a gangsta until it’s time to do gangsta sh*t!”
“Gotta Letem Kno” is nostalgic yet deep, showcasing the rawness of Mr.Reaper’s persona all while showcasing his ability to create a track that is both hard-hitting and widely appealing. “Come Follow Me And We Ride” has so far amassed over 410K Spotify streams, a testament to its tremendous international appeal. The tune has an inviting, densely alluring beat backed by Mr.Reaper’s instinctive wordplay as he reminds them opps what he is all about—guarding his assets and never revealing his next moves.
Special mentions go to the tracks “Run It Up,” “Kno The Name” and “Gotta Make Her Mine” which I found to be captivating and identifiable. Overall, “The Price Of Money” is the kind of project that stands the test of time and solidifies Mr.Reaper’s presence as a hip-hop and rap trailblazer to be taken seriously.
You can now access “The Price Of Money” from your favorite streaming platform worldwide and experience why Mr.Reaper is rap games much-needed boogeyman!