Review
Yo, let me tell ya about "I Know NIGO!"—it's a total banger that dropped on March 25, 2022, and it's got the hip-hop world buzzing. Nigo, after a solid wait since his debut "Ape Sounds," has come back swinging with this sophomore album through Republic Records and Victor Victor Worldwide. Trust me, he's rounded up a killer lineup.
The guest list alone might make your jaw drop—A$AP Rocky, Tyler, the Creator, Pusha T, Clipse, Pharrell Williams, and the list goes on, even down to the late Pop Smoke. It's a true testament to Nigo, who's heck'a influential in the music scene, pulling in these hip-hop heavy-hitters. When you see names like Gunna, Kid Cudi, and Lil Uzi Vert popping out one by one, you know you're in for a ride.
Now, about the beats—productions credits are stacked, too. With the dude himself, Nigo, plus the bonuses of folks like A$AP Rocky, Tyler, and even Kanye getting in on the action. It's got a little of everything going on, with that classic Pharrell touch, whether solo or with Chad Hugo as the Neptunes, giving those tracks some polished flare, though some opinions varied down on the details.
While some critics wished the album took a few more risks, there's no denying its fun energy. It’s full of fire tracks like "Arya" with Rocky and "Come On, Let’s Go" with Tyler that's specifically dialed in good vibes. Sure, the ride may not shake every leaf off the tree, but in just under 33 minutes, Nigo releases a certified bop-fest reminding everyone he's here to stay. Give it a snazzy listen – people are callin' it one of the enjoyable listens of 2022 for more than just the iso-fun vibes. - Asher
