The Breakdown: The-Dream Plays The Bedroom and The Streets on ‘IV Play’ Album

Grammy winning singer-songwriter-producer The-Dream is all about the music on his forthcoming album, IV Play. This was the message he was aiming to deliver during a recent listening session at New York's Jungle City Studios. Playing songs from his iPhone, in no particular order since the album has not been formatted as yet, The-Dream played a diverse bunch of records, ranging from 90's R&B to modern day edgy cuts.

IV Play Tracklist:

IV play – The album's title track boast a 90s vibe with its rich harmonies and soulful musical chords. Soaked with a flowery Synth, which gives the track a modern day feel, this bedroom banger will certainly having you going all night as Dream sings, "ride up on it."

Fiya Ft. Beyonce – My personal favorite on the album. On "Fiya," Beyonce adds a sensual, intimate flair that may shock some of her fans. Produced by hitmaker Timbaland, with chord structures similar to Bobby Womack's "If You Think You're Lonely Now", the sexed-up, seductive track sees Beyonce getting equipped to give her man the business while The Dream is ready to put in work on his lady. "I've never been high / but tonight I might try it / I've been such a good girl / but tonight I might try it," moans B while Dream follows with "your body sweat like yams in this bitch."

Where Have You Been Ft. Kelly Rowland – The-Dream may be the only person who can make Kelly Rowland sound good while cussing. This lascivious ballad is about finally meeting the person of your dreams after going through several egregious relationships. Another 90s feeling R&B banger, this ensemble makes you want to scream, I'm "all f**ked up with love."

Too Early In The Morning – Drum and bass heavy, Bluesy track that focuses on The-Dream's lyrics and expression. With some auto-tune and chopped and screw parts, this track may coerce you to catch the holy ghost. "Too Early In The Morning" also boast a dynamic guitar riff at the end.

Michael – Seconds after pressing play on this track, producer Timbaland enters the room, stops the music, and told us to pay attention, insisting The-Dream's project is a "real R&B album." "Michael" is not a record that aims to pay homage to the late great Michael Jackson. Instead, the record draws inspiration from the King of Pop's smooth-coated tones to richen The-Dream's message on the Paino-laden, drum and bass tune. "F**k a love song, I need to f**k you," bellows Dream on the good feeling, lyrical masterpiece.

High Art – According to The-Dream, the song will feature Jay-Z, whose vocals is on the way. "High Art" is a braggadocios street record that settles on money, getting high, and being on top.

Divine – This string-driven, airy, flowy track currently features Mary J. Blige's vocal on the demo. It's currently unclear If she will remain for the album or be replace by another singer. "Divine" is an inspirational record that will surely empower listeners.

Self Conscious – Bouncy track with an airy Synth and is an ode to your special someone.

Y'all – Another inspirational song about defying the odds and not worrying what people are saying about you. The tune may be one of The-Dream's more personal records as it tackles a bunch of topics from his kids, to friends, to the industry. End the end, Dream affirms that he always gives his all, but "sometimes even my cape needs dry cleaning once in a while."

Pussy – Stripclub-styled record that will feature rapper Big Sean. We can categorize this track as X-Rated as The-Dream croons, "hand on her ass and hand in her pussy."

Last track (currently untitled) – Another personal record, The-Dream unleashes his lyrical kryptonite to highlight his career of love and music. In the end music always wins, "nothing can beat that."

On IV Play,The-Dream uses his lyrical swagger and years of experience to create a strong R&B album. The set is slated for release on May 28^th, and is led by the single “Slow It Down” featuring Fabolous.

The-Dream has made a name for himself as an independent artist in the R&B/Hip Hop industry. His latest album, IV Play, is a mix of bedroom tunes and street beats that will have you feeling like you’re on top of the world. The production quality and lyrical content are both impressive and show off his skills as an innovative musician. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at what makes The-Dream’s fifth studio album so special – from its unique sound to its powerful message. Keep reading to learn more about how he blends genres together to create something truly remarkable!

Album Overview

The-Dream’s fifth studio album, IV Play, is a blend of his signature bedroom music with the intensity of street anthems. The album starts off strong with “High Art,” featuring Jay-Z and Beyoncé rapping over an upbeat beat. From there, we are taken into a world of love songs such as “Where Have You Been” and “That’s My Sh*t.” Each track builds on the last to create a cohesive sound that moves between R&B and rap; it sounds like one long song at times.

The production on this album will have you nodding your head no matter what style you prefer. With producers ranging from Mike Will Made It to Tricky Stewart, the beats never seem to miss their mark in terms of energy or emotion. Even when the tempo slows down for more romantic cuts like “Too Early” and “Where Have You Been”—both great examples of The-Dream’s vocal prowess—there still remains an airy quality about them that keeps things interesting throughout the entire record.

Overall, IV Play is a well-crafted project that displays both sides of The-Dream: the sensitive loverman and the hard hitting rapper/producer. Fans won’t be disappointed by this offering which showcases not only his own talents but also those of some big name collaborators who bring out the best in him.

The-Dream’s Musical Style

The-Dream has always been known for producing some of the smoothest and most sexy R&B tracks around. With IV Play, he brings that same sensuality with beats and lyrics that capture both the bedroom vibes as well as hard hitting street anthems. He’s able to switch between styles effortlessly while still keeping a consistent sound throughout the whole album.

This is in part due to his use of top producers such as Mike Will Made It and Tricky Stewart who bring out The-Dream’s best vocal performances on songs like “Too Early” or “Where Have You Been”. His production style also transitions seamlessly from track to track which results in a cohesive experience all the way through. What really stands out about this project though are the collaborations with big names like Jay-Z and Beyoncé which helps take things up a notch when needed.

IV Play definitely lives up to its name—it plays on both sides of The-Dream’s musical talents; showcasing not only his singing but also his skills as a rapper/producer. This album should please any fan of The Dream, giving them everything they want from him: smooth love jams mixed with hip hop bangers that will have you nodding your head no matter what style you prefer.

Conclusion

I. Summary
In his fifth studio album, IV Play, The-Dream showcases the perfect mix of bedroom jams and street anthems that have become synonymous with his style. He manages to seamlessly blend genres like R&B, rap, pop and soul into a cohesive musical experience that is sure to please listeners across all ages and tastes. With tracks like “IV Play” and “High Art” he takes us on a journey through his personal life while also showing off his masterful production skills.

II. Reflection
The-Dream has been able to stay relevant in music for over a decade now because of his willingness to constantly evolve musically and lyrically. His latest offering IV Play does just that; it shows how flexible yet consistent he can be as an artist without compromising quality or integrity. His ability to marry different sounds together is what makes him stand out from other artists and I think this album will only further cement him as one of the greatest producers of our time.

III. Conclusion
Overall, IV Play was an enjoyable listening experience that showcased The-Dream’s creativity and versatility as both a producer and lyricist. Whether you’re looking for something smooth to relax or something upbeat for the club, this album delivers on all fronts. This project truly exemplifies why The-Dream is considered one of the greats in today’s music industry – so don’t sleep on it!

Gary Gentles

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