When it comes to uncompromising West Coast street rap, Joe Moses and RJ are two of the most reliable artists working. ON "One Time," a track from Moses' SuWop EP, they take one a minimal Cali beat that brings the best out of both artists. Moses' gruff baritone is still as captivating as ever, and when he launches into a faster flow towards the end of his verse, he proves he's as technical as he is emotionally resonant. He knows his way around a hook too -- elongating syllables that leave a signature and stick in your head immediately. RJ's voice is much higher-register by comparison, and the way he has a casually stylish way of delivering words that always hints subtlely at melody. Coming to a Joe Moses project, this is exactly what you show up for.
The project also features guest appearances from Wiz Khalifa, Snoop Dogg, and Future. You can stream the full EP here
Quotable Lyrics:
My crip bitch
Wanna see what all that red 'bout
Tell that bitch
Don't worry 'bout my whereabouts
I'm been sellin 'phetamines
Bitch, I'm dope-peddling
Got heroin, got percocets
Got white girls, got ketamine