While it also offers glimpses of his musical prowess and streetwise charm, the album falls short of the high expectations set by his debut, 'Presido La Pluto'.
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Despite gaining mainstream fame with a six-track EP that boasted four hit singles, Shallipopi proved he had a winning blend of Hip Hop and Amapiano infused with Benin City’s street flair. This album follows the breakout success of his 2023 debut, ‘Presido La Pluto,’ which firmly established Shallipopi as a force to be reckoned with in the Afrobeat landscape.At Premium Times, we firmly believe in the importance of high-quality journalism. Recognizing that not everyone can afford costly news subscriptions, we are dedicated to delivering meticulously researched, fact-checked news that remains freely accessible to all.
But does ‘Shakespopi’ live up to the hype and promise of his debut, ‘Presido La Pluto’, or does it fall victim to the dreaded sophomore flop? This high-energy opener sets the stage for what listeners might expect from the rest of the album: infectious beats, catchy hooks, and Shallipopi’s unmistakable flow.
This album showcases his strength in creating club anthems, which has become his trademark and main appeal. The third song, ‘100’, is catchy but less intense than the others. It includes lines like “We’re not enemies, but we’re not friends.” Following this, ‘Dey’ is a bit better. Despite some standout lines like “If I fall, I’ll get back up,” it lacks the impact of the earlier tracks.
The album’s lyrics often feel like a missed opportunity to explore deeper themes and offer listeners a more profound connection with Shallipopi’s music.‘Shakespopi’s lively fifth song, ‘Billion’, features guest verses from Zerrydyl, Reesha, Tega Boi DC, and Jeneral, injecting some much-needed variety and energy into the album.
Others have commended Shallipopi’s growth as an artist and his ability to deliver undeniably catchy and enjoyable tracks despite their flaws. TiAEsound posted, “For everyone who has a criticism of Shallipopi’s latest album, keep at it. BUT keep it at that “just the album.” As an artist, he’s still one of the few authentic ones out there. Half the artists today are mirroring the other half. “In conclusion, ‘Shakespopi’ raises questions about Shallipopi’s evolution as a musician and his ability to navigate the challenges of the sophomore album.
While it also offers glimpses of his musical prowess and streetwise charm, the album falls short of the high expectations set by ‘Presido La Pluto’.
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