Megan Thee Stallion – MEGAN (Album Review)

Megan Album Review, By Megan Thee Stallion

On Friday, June 28th, Megan Thee Stallion makes a powerful return with her self-titled third studio album, Megan. It’s her first release after the conclusion of the tumultuous Tory Lanez trial. Importantly, this project also signifies her debut as an independent artist under Hot Girl Productions, with Warner Music Group assisting in marketing, promotion, and distribution. The autonomy Megan now holds grants her complete creative control, ushering in a new era for her music career.

The Journey to “Megan”

Megan’s comeback was meticulously planned with the strategic release of three singles. “Cobra” hit the airwaves in November 2023, followed by “HISS” in January 2024, and “BOA” in May 2024. Notably, “HISS” rapidly climbed to the top of the Billboard 100, marking her first number-one hit since obtaining full ownership of her Masters and publishing rights through Hot Girl Productions.

Megan Thee Stallion New Single Cobra

The album “Megan” is a vibrant collection of 18 tracks, including the three previously released singles. Collaborations with diverse talents, such as Kylie Richh, Yuki Chiba, Glorilla, Victoria Monet, Big K.R.I.T., Buddha Bless, and Texas legends UGK, enrich the album, making it a powerhouse of diversity and energy.

Artistic Evolution and Newfound Autonomy

Between her last album and this new one, Megan Thee Stallion experienced significant personal and professional turmoil, most notably the public trial involving Tory Lanez. This period also saw her sever ties with her previous management after a challenging legal battle. Consequently, her lyrics now carry a fresh energy, reflecting her journey through numerous storms.

Tracks like “Cobra” and “Moody Girl” reveal transparent and vulnerable aspects of Megan’s persona. In contrast, “Rattle” and “HISS” exude grandiosity with powerful energy and unlimited bars. Songs like “Worthy” and “Down Stairs DJ” support the themes of confidence and self-admiration woven throughout the album. The tracks “Mamushi” and “Otaku Hot Girl,” inspired by her travels in Japan, showcase new sounds with global influences. Moreover, her collaboration with Yuki Chiba on “Otaku Hot Girl” spotlights a Japanese rapper and singer, broadening her American listeners’ musical horizons.

Musical Diversity and Emotional Depth

This album, Megan, stands as her most harmonized work with a wide artistic range. Her last project, Traumazine, felt like an extended therapy session set to music. However, Megan offers healing and raw emotions, happiness and sorrow. The blend of different feelings and lively beats highlights her toughness and fresh perspective, creating an album that stands out in her career and resonates with listeners on multiple levels. 

Fans can look forward to fresh music that echoes Megan’s personal and artistic growth. 

Post Album Listenings?

How does it feel to finally be Independent? Also, well done on the launch of Hot Girl Productions!

Explain your approach to making albums. Did you follow a different method when producing “Megan” compared to your previous works? How was it distinct?

Which tracks did you find the most enjoyable to create and for what reasons?

Out of all your albums, which one stands out as your favorite piece of work and why?

What significant lesson has your career taught you thus far?

What is the best guidance you’ve received, and what would you share with other female rappers?

If you had the power to alter anything about the music industry, what would it be?

Do you have any upcoming goals outside of your music? What should your fans look forward to from you next?

Here are my ratings for each song on a scale of 0-4

HISS-4

Rattle-4

Figueroa-1

Where Them Girls At- 2

Broke His Heart -1

B.A.S.-3

Otaku Hot Girl-4

Find Out-4

BOA-2

Mamushi-3

Accent-1

Paper Together-2

Spin- 4

Down Stairs DJ-4

Miami Blue-2

Worthy-1

Moody Girl-4

Cobra-3

Score/Good: This album is her most cohesive, creative, and harmonized body of work. Megan is the perfect balance of vulnerability and grandiosity, with ballad flows and no shortage of superior rap bars. If given an in-depth listen, in comparison to her previous albums, I believe this album will stand out as a memorable compilation in her entire Discography in the future.

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