Long-time listeners of Southern rap already know that nothing sounds quite like it: that raw energy that hits you when BigXThaPlug or Key Glock glide over a beat with self-assured, witty raps. You instinctively bop your head, but still feel the words pushing you forward.

Jay Spade comes through with that same formula, and just one stroll through his discography shows how confidently he’s been embracing that living-large Southern sound. An obvious highlight is his project, Remember My Name, which showcases just how versatile his flows can be. On Karrueche, a triumphant brass note rings out in the backdrop while bright synth pads come together to add a layer of funkiness, before you catch a bar: “Money talks, money talks but no this ain’t Chris Tucker.” The beat is rich, and so is the modulation, with Jay reaching deep to end every line with what feels like an attack. So while it might be the perfect track for a sunny coastal drive, it’s also the kind of song that makes you want to bench more than you did yesterday.