Dej Loaf
“Try Me”
Digital Single
There are plenty of fascinating things about the Detroit MC’s blazing viral hit: her singsong flow, its twinkling beat, the fact that a Drake co-sign basically guarantees millions of plays in 2014. Most interestingly to me is when, at 2:40, she sings, “I ain’t signing to no label, bitch I’m independent.”
While it must be tough to resist a record company advance (which she may or may not get offered), at this point, it seems like a wise career move. Compare Migos to Trinidad James. The Atlanta trio may not have gotten that advance, but James’ career has totally stalled. So often, in the arms race for young talent, labels sign artists that they have no clue how to empower. Or, maybe she should just stick with Drizzy. It certainly seems to be working for ILoveMakonnen.
