“Hypnotized” by Just The Empress is a captivating trap song that merges rap, hip hop, and pop to craft a compelling arrangement full of expressive lyrics. Just The Empress is an up and coming artist from Atlanta that celebrates individuality and confidence, and inspires those traits in her listeners. For anyone who needs an energy boost, or a little self love, “Hypnotized” is a danceable track that belongs on your playlists.
The track opens with Just The Empress singing “you know I set the vibe,” and then she does just that. Pulsing bass and a steady, high energy beat provide the backbone of the track as the vocal performance glides across the song and layered harmonies and twinkling piano provide satisfying ear candy. From quickly delivered melodies to fast paced rapping to rhythmic singing, Just The Empress provides a dynamic vocal journey through the song. The slight shifts in energy from section to section keep you hooked- you never know where she’s going next, but you know it’s going to be good.
Lines like “what you see is what you get” and “I found a way and made my own lane” demonstrate Just The Empress’s powerful self-image. She is not afraid to be herself, and is not going to back down from anyone else’s judgment. It’s an impressive sentiment in a society so filled with criticism, and is a message to all of us to try and be more confident. Most of this song was freestyle-d, and recorded in one take, making the impactful authenticity all the more admirable.
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