Yeat, whose real name is Noah Olivier Smith, unveils his second album of 2023, titled LYFESTYLE. This fifth studio release follows his previous work, 2093, which impressively debuted at No. 2 on Billboard’s album rankings, accumulating sales of 70,000 album-equivalent units.
Initially conceptualized as part of the “fourth phase”of 2093, LYFESTYLE ultimately evolved into an independent project and was launched last Friday under Field Trip Recordings and Capitol Records.
Prior to the album’s release, Smith teased audiences with a trailer featuring AI-created visuals paired with a bass-driven backdrop, hinting at a dystopian continuation of the narrative from 2093.
Highlights from Yeat’s LYFESTYLE
On LYFESTYLE, Yeat intensifies his signature hard-hitting, bass-driven style that fans loved in 2093, providing expansive electric compositions that meld seamlessly with his distinctive mumble rap delivery.
Demonstrating his prowess in the hip-hop landscape, Yeat manages to craft a project without any features; however, LYFESTYLE does feature collaborations with notable artists including Kodak Black, Summrs, Don Toliver, and Lil Durk.
Comprising 22 tracks, the album showcases Synthetic’s vibrant production talents, generating loud, synth-saturated anthems that match Yeat’s dynamic performances. Yet, some listeners might find that the lyricism on LYFESTYLE does not stray far from the sonic themes introduced in 2093, potentially leaving fans wanting a bit more diversity.
Even as critics point out that Noah’s efforts in delivering “cohesive”hip-hop might not always hit the mark, he has succeeded in building a dedicated fanbase that resonates with his unique sound.
Projected to exceed 90,000 album-equivalent units in its debut week, LYFESTYLE could mark the biggest opening of Smith’s career. Consisting largely of lyrics focused on opulence and indulgence, the album creatively intertwines his fascination with “diamonds”into its narrative.
MY GEEK
The album kicks off with GEEK TIMË, which was previewed in the official LYFESTYLE trailer.
With contributions from Synthetic, Xbrvdy, Yateski, and Pr!mo, this track flaunts vibrant key progressions and caters to themes of hallucinations and the interplay of violence, drugs, and wealth, encapsulated in lines such as:
“Are your diamonds off, diamonds off? (Yes) / I see dead people in my head (Dead) / You ain’t inside, we get ya chopped / You ain’t on our side, we get you flocked, uh / Her’s bag Chanel, punch mag Draco / Trunk full of hunnids (Woo-woo), and some drugs, it’s a coke-soon”
HEARD OF ME
Next up is HEARD OF MË, a trap anthem enhanced by electric synths and solid drum beats. As the fourth track in the lineup, it showcases Noah’s aggressive slurred vocal style that complements the track’s ominous production.
The hook appears to address critics, signaling a disregard for negative opinions regarding his music:
“Woo, f–k what you heard of me, yeah / Yeah, f–k what you heard of me, ha (Huh) / I know that you heard of me, yeah (Ha) / No, huh, I can’t f–k with you (Woo-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh) / No, huh, I can’t rock with you / No (Woo), no (No), I can’t talk to you / Diamonds on my body, when I walk through the city, lights on me”- Yeat’s hook on ‘HEARD OF MË’
BE QUIET (feat. Kodak Black)
The eighth track, BË QUIET, features Kodak Black, with inputs from producers Chef9thegod, Cloud, and Dream Awake.
Utilizing classic hip-hop bells and drum progressions, the collaboration offers an energetic display from both artists, boasting about their achievements and affluence:
“Drop the ski mask, I look like Yeat, don’t call me Kodak Black”- Kodak raps on ‘BË QUIET’
GONE 4 A MIN
In the song GONE 4 A MIN, Yeat enhances his sound with a clearer delivery, captivating listeners with its atmospheric production, credited to producer Sapjer.
With a single verse infused with bass-heavy beats and echoing ad-libs reminiscent of Travis Scott, the experience becomes distinctly engaging:
“Tell ’em, Go get back in line / And they gon’ get swept under the rug every time (Ooh, woo) / Always flyin’ so you know I’m on that heli-time / Yeah, we crushin’ they dreams like a we gon’ snort a line (Ooh-ooh-ooh) / I don’t meet in the middle, don’t do no borderline”
FOREVER AGAIN
Following this is FOREVER AGAIN, a track characterized by its heavy synths and a repetitive hook emphasizing the theme of indulgence.
Produced by Quincy Sxbra and Sapjer, the track remains emotionally hollow, with lines showcasing the impact of a lavish lifestyle on others:
“I know you love this lifestyle (Woo) / Girl, I know you like this lifestyle (Woo) / I know you like this lifestyle, you can’t keep away / Yes, I get you bent, get you broken, throw away / Beg, you gotta ask if it’s okay / I know it’s bad, I gotta come out and play / And I’m geekin’, I ride with a gun (Woo-uh), in the big body Tonka today”
LYING 5 FUN
One of the most memorable moments on LYFESTYLE arises with LYING 5 FUN, a continuation of the outro from 2093. This track highlights ethereal vocal delivery and catchy ad-libs that elevate the lively production, where notable bars include:
“We don’t do th-ts from side to side / We don’t do th-ts, we up and down / We don’t do old money, only do new money, yeah, we got th-ts, they comin’ around / Loaded up, pullin’ up, b—h, every time I’m holdin’ it down, here from the ground / Lil’ Uzi, p—y, yeah, Lil Uzi, eh-eh, turn it around, turn it around”
NEW HIGH (feat. Don Toliver)
Yeat’s collaboration with Don Toliver, NEW HIGH, follows their previous successes in 2093 and HARDSTONE PSYCHO. Both artists shine through captivating vocal deliveries exploring themes of wealth and luxury.
One highlight emerges from Noah’s hypnotic hook, where his smooth tones entwine with rich production, crafted by Synthetic, Pr!mo, and Streom:
“New high, new high, yeah / New high, paid for all that she like / You say you like fashion, you say you like vintage (Vintage, uh) / You like (You like), you like (You like), you like (You like), you like (You like)”- Yeat’s hook on ‘NEW HIGH’.
SO WHAT
One of the standout tracks on the album, SO WHAT, sees Noah taking a firm stance against his doubters and those who critique his lifestyle.
Teaming up with producers Synthetic, Rafe, 33empathy, and Venny, the song boasts an anthem-like production that aligns seamlessly with his confrontational delivery, backed by a repeating hook:
“And I’m fried, so what? (What?) And I’m high, so what? (So what?) / And I’m rich, so what? (So what?) / This b—h drink my nut, and I’m lit, so what? / And I’m lit, so what? / Got twelve plus one in the gun, how we doing too much? (Mush) / You a bum, you get crushed (So what?), we’ll turn you to mush (So what?)”- Noah Smith raps on ‘SO WHAT’.
LIFESTYLE (feat. Lil Durk)
The title track LYFESTYLE features Lil Durk, whose unique flow enhances the repetitive thematic elements of success, wealth, luxury, and indulgence.
Delving into the darker side of opulence and substance use, Yeat’s captivating ad-libs during the hook create a memorable highlight for the album with lines such as:
“(Woo-ooh-ooh-ooh) Life, life, life / (Woo-ooh-ooh-ooh) Life, life, lifestyle / (Ooh-ooh-ooh) Lifestyle, lights out / (Woo-ooh-ooh-ooh) Diamond out (Yeah, big boy diamond like), rock out (Dream, this s–t go dummy, big boy diamond like) / Pull up to my, rock out on that / I got millions in my bank, I done touched fifty million”
Fata
Concluding LYFESTYLE is FATË, a contemplative track in which the rapper reflects on themes of personal evolution, otherworldly experiences, and the significance of hope and faith throughout his journey.
The lyrics also hint at an upcoming sixth album, provisionally named A DANGEROUS LYFE, though an official announcement regarding its release date remains pending.
“Seen the way I die, then I watched it on rewind (Ah-woo) / When I was young, I seen a alien in my life (I seen a thousand things) / And it told me what to do, yeah, they came late at night / And the crib was shaky, felt like earthquakes in the night / But the ship ain’t hit my house”- Noah raps on ‘FATË’.
With LYFESTYLE, Yeat solidifies his status as a central figure in contemporary hip-hop, presenting an album that encapsulates the expectations of his audience. From high-energy bass-centric beats to the captivating slurred nuance in his delivery, Smith’s fifth studio effort successfully continues the legacy established with 2093.
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