True Hip-Hop heads will appreciate Jay Electronica for finally dusting off the rhyme book and delivering — after a decade — his debut album, A Written Testimony.
The project, as we had been informed, features assists from Jay-Z, one of the people who can be credited for convincing Jay Electronica to part his wisdom with us in this time of great need.
A Written Testimony is a collection of source codes.
The 10-track LP sees Jay-Z comfortably out-rap his peers, all the while giving jewels to the young ones on the importance of breaking free from the chains of slavery.
"Think of things I said that you hated then, empirical facts that can't be debated now/
Things you say today, I was saying then… tell us who's your favourite now," is a standout statement on Ghost of Soulja Slim
On the other hand, Jay Electronica provides a great balance with his cerebral connection to the higher power.
Staying true to the teachings of Clarence 13X, the Exhibit C rapper unpacks the hidden truths of the 5% that those with a sheepish mentality will underappreciate.
Jay Electronica A Written Testimony album: Download info, tracklist
Jay Electronica’s debut offering is currently out and available for streaming and purchase on all digital streaming platforms, including YouTube.
This is the official tracklist, which features appearances from Travis Scott, James Blake and The Dream.
How social media reacted to the album
One of the key standout reactions to A Written Testimony, aside from the fact that this is Jay Electronica’s first album in 10 years, is how Jay-Z has not lost a single step in his 30+-year tenure at the helm of Hip Hop royalty.
The 50-year-old sounds as crisp and fresh as a newcomer, yet his wisdom is rare. This is how social media reacted to Jay Electronica and Jay-Z’s collaborative effort.
