It appears unnecessary to say 'Everything is Beautiful' is way brighter and sunnier than 'Everything Sucks' because it is what Princess NokiaIt appears unnecessary to say 'Everything is Beautiful' is way brighter and sunnier than 'Everything Sucks' because it is what Princess Nokia wanted to achieve. In this project we explore different instruments like never before in the artist's work. We can observe this fact by the unexpected presence of Terrace Martin in 'Blessings'. Trumpets and piano have never been used as much as here. We tend to hear some jazzy and soul melodies while Nokia's rapping reaches its proxysm.
The idea of publishing a double album the same day is brilliant and makes a lot of sens in Princess Nokia's experience of life. When we look at the two 'Everything is' projects, we see common themes addressed like self-acceptance, being accepted by others, finding one's place in today society and rap game, ... The main difference lies in the fact that these subjects are tackled by different means. Nokia manages to analyze beautifully two parts of the same coins. Way more accessible at the risk of being seen as mainstream, this album is just as deep as its alter ego.…Full Review »