How did Rauw Alejandro transform from an unsure newcomer into a confident artist with his own signature sound?
The episode opens with the host reminding listeners of the podcast's name spelling before announcing a special analysis of Rauw Alejandro's 'Trap Cake Vol. 2.' They note the album's release three years after the 2019 first volume and immediately highlight Rauw's artistic growth, feeling he sounds more confident and found in his style now. The hosts delve into the album's controversial title, reading Rauw's social media post where he explains 'Trap Cake' combines trap percussion ('Trap') with R&B melodies ('Cake'). They analyze the track 'Museo,' praising its intro quality and Rauw's vocal performance, then compare it to his younger sound on the first 'Trap Cake.' The discussion moves to 'Caprichoso,' deemed the album's best and most dynamic track, noting its single potential and catchy melodies. 'Red Velvet' featuring a Jamaican artist is critiqued for Rauw's monotonous chorus despite strong production. 'Fuck You Twice' with Future is identified as the album's most authentic trap song, and the hosts break down the Drake-Future collaboration formula it follows. They examine 'No Drama' with Ty Dolla $ign, discussing the artist's Spanish pronunciation attempts. 'Gracias Por Nada' sparks debate for its rock sound and similarities to a Bad Bunny track. The hosts praise the experimental blend of drill, dubstep, and rock on this track. Later songs like 'GTR' and 'Hackeado' are described as darker, more confrontational tracks. The episode concludes with final opinions, critiquing the album's concept execution—arguing only a few songs feel like true trap—and praising its digestible 33-minute length and strong features.
