On her first full-length release since her viral breakout, the rapper-singer and songwriter proves that her real gift is her versatility. Hot Pink runs the gamut of a sound that’s still taking shape. Doja’s equally capable as a rapper and a singer, but it’s her understanding of melody that makes the project flow. On “Like That,” featuring Gucci Mane, Doja weaves easily from rap mode into a whispery chorus with an upbeat R&B groove reminiscent of early-2000s Janet Jackson. It’s the perfect soundtrack for a backyard party. “Rules” captures a more serious—though hardly humorless—mood, pairing eerie old-western bass with Doja’s memorable command: “Play with my pussy, but don’t play with my emotions.” (Both songs were co-written with Dr. Luke; Doja Cat is signed to his imprint Kemosabe.)
A1 | Cyber Sex |
A2 | Won’t Bite |
A3 | Rules |
A4 | Bottom Bitch |
A5 | Say So |
A6 | Like That |
B1 | Talk Dirty |
B2 | Addiction |
B3 | Streets |
B4 | Shine |
B5 | Better Than Me |
B6 | Juicy |