‘Rich Off Freights’ is an album full of Raps that gives the audience a thrilling travel through the tough as nails vocab and beats. Co-Man, who hails from Mississippi, is a Rapper that demonstrates an artistic style that goes beyond Hip-Hop boundaries in his incredible expression. He was a truck driver and now is the manager of his own trucking company.
From the very beginning when the first track begins playing, the art of making music has totally engulfed Co-Man in its entirety as if he were diving into the sea. The album kicks off with an explosion, bringing it to life with its hammer-hard beats and wordplay. Every track smoothly flows into the one that follows which creates a well-rounded listening experience and the listeners bind to the tracks from beginning to end.
A wonderful element about the first track “Favoritism” is how it covers a myriad of subjects with nuance and a genuine approach. From social vices to individual struggle, Co-Man despicably intrudes into the intricacies of life offering both listeners the sight of his world and a window to peep into theirs.
For example, some tracks such as “Down to Earth” and “Podcast” clearly address the inner self of Co-Man through the expression of his progress and strength. He has particular interest in looking inside himself that is added to his poetry of Soul music which is charged with rhythms that do not get ignored by the listeners easily.
Moreover, ‘Rich Off Freight’ offers songs to help the crowd Rap along with them. “Old Dog New Tricks” and “Legal Investments” employ techniques such as swanky beats and ferocious rhymes to inspire people that various barriers will never stop them from making progress.
Throughout the album, there are no dragging parts. Co-Man’s rapping is so close, fast, and gracefully switches between the complicated rhyme schemes and cadence that clearly shows both his precision and elegance. Either he is firing up the snare with his verbal flow or making the sound velvety smooth, Co-Man keeps the listener engaged.
‘Rich Off Freight’s’ production displays the extent of the Rapper’s talent and creativity. The pride of the album are its catchy lyrics, memorable beats, pristine style, and delivery which makes it a ‘must listen’ for all Hip-Hop lovers. In general, this mode of art which is often criticized for its lack of substance, has Co-Man proving that it is still worthy to identify artists which are willing to create the innovation and bring the art to new peaks.
