Jay Electronica, the enigmatic rapper, has unexpectedly dropped a new project that has fans buzzing.
The new release, titled A Written Testimony: Leaflets, features seven tracks and serves as a follow-up to his debut album A Written Testimony, which finally arrived in 2020 after a long wait. Despite its brief nature, this project packs a punch with guest features like Quentin Miller and DRAM, along with an intriguing intro from Diddy. As many remember, Diddy has been a longtime supporter of Jay Electronica, though their collaboration attempts didn’t always pan out.
Leaflets isn’t your run-of-the-mill album. It features a mix of music and sampled audio clips that dive into Jay Electronica’s religious beliefs and conspiracy theories. Topics range from UFOs to environmental skepticism, making it a thought-provoking listen. When Jay himself takes the mic, however, he reminds us why his name is so respected in hip-hop circles.
One standout is “Abracadabra,” where he boldly states, “The entire trajectory of my career screams ‘fuck the industry’ / Yet you can’t have a debate about the greats and not mention my name.” Another track, “Japan Airline 1682,” infuses an indie rock vibe that even longtime fans might not have anticipated.
Notably, on “Four Billion, Four Hundred Million (4,400,000,000) / The Worst Is Yet To Come,” Jay hints at more to come, referencing his complicated artistic journey with lines about his 19 albums in a day for ‘Hov. This allusion teases fans about future projects, especially with the recently leaked album Act II: The Patents of Nobility (The Turn) finally hitting streaming platforms recently.
In the ever-evolving world of hip-hop, Jay Electronica continues to intrigue and surprise fans. His latest project, with its unconventional elements, reinforces his unique place in the music industry, leaving listeners anticipating what he might unveil next.
