Lil Durk’s newest release, “Just Cause Y’all Waited 2”, is an introspective musical journey that speaks straight from the heart.
The pain in Lil Durk’s voice is evident, as most of the album is comprised of raw performances and heart-wrenching lyrics. Durk built his career by providing unfiltered accounts of his South Side Chicago experience, and this album is no exception. Returning to the auto-tuned drill sound that initially established himself as an artist, this album contains many gems for both new and old fans of Durk alike.
The album opens up with the track titled “Different Meaning”, introducing the melancholy in Lil Durk’s voice and lyrics. The song is composed of a collection of personal stories directly from his life on the streets of Chicago. This is part of Lil Durk’s trademark storytelling, and it provides listeners with an authentic experience. Another highlight of the album, “3 Headed Goat”, brings on two familiar voices for a change of pace, Lil Baby and Polo G.
Together, the three artists tear apart this beat with perfectly smooth transitions between each verse, while each brings their best to the table. Songs like “Street Affection” and “All Love” showcase the power of Durk’s heart-breaking lyrics in combination with dynamic chord progressions on the piano. In these songs, Durk once again details the struggles of his past, while also showing love and loyalty to the neighbourhoods he grew up in. Across the board, this album is consistent. Lil Durk has once again proven that he is not only loyal to the streets, but also his fans.