Joining Robin Thicke, TI had one of the biggest (and most controversial) hits of 2013 with Blurred Lines. The third man behind the single's massive success was Pharrell Williams, and he also has a prominent role as executive producer. on TI's ninth album Paperwork. It is therefore not surprising that some tracks aimed at the charts ended up on Paperwork. At the same time, TI must also show why he
… is seen as one of the most important representatives of southern rap, so there is also room for more serious work. Remarkably serious is New National Anthem (with Skylar Gray), in which TI examines various abuses in American society, and in particular racism and police brutality. The Paperwork guest list is as it should be long: in addition to Pharrell, Iggy Azalea, Usher, Chris Brown, The-Dream, Young Jeezy and Young Thug will participate. Special mention deserves Victoria Monet, who takes both Stay and About My Issue to a higher level with her clear voice. (IV)more