Lil Tecca’s ability to craft infectious melodies and slick delivery has set him apart in the hip-hop world since his 2019 breakout hit “Ransom.” Despite initial predictions that he might be a one-hit wonder, the young rapper has continued to build a solid career, proving his staying power with catchy, well-crafted songs. His latest album, Plan A, is another testament to his unique ability to deliver pop-rap anthems that stick in your head.
The album kicks off with “TASTE,” where Lil Tecca immediately showcases his skills. The funky, seductive beat sets the tone, and his signature smooth vocals are backed by cleverly pitched-up harmonies that enhance the track’s addictive vibe. It’s an opener that quickly grabs attention and highlights Tecca’s knack for making every line sound slick and polished.
As the album progresses, Tecca switches things up, offering harder tracks like “120” and “I CAN’T LET GO,” the latter featuring an impressive guest appearance by Don Toliver. These songs bring more grit to the project while still maintaining Tecca’s melodic approach. However, Plan A truly shines when Tecca sticks to his strengths—creating hypnotic, pop-infused rap tracks that showcase his ear for hooks.
On “24HRS,” Lil Tecca’s Autotune-heavy vocals glide over a mesmerizing instrumental, making the track one of the album’s highlights. “NUMBER 2” is another standout, with Tecca’s flow seamlessly blending into the mechanical beat, creating an effortless harmony between rhythm and lyrics. “NEVER LAST” might just be the smoothest Tecca has ever sounded, with a laid-back delivery that feels natural and polished.
While Plan A has 17 tracks, the short run time of each song makes it easy to navigate and pick out the best moments. Tecca’s versatility is on display, but his strongest performances are in the earworm pop-rap space where he excels at blending melody with laid-back swagger.
Overall, Plan A may not have a song on the level of “Ransom,” but it is a collection of tracks that solidify Lil Tecca’s growth and evolution as an artist. His ability to balance catchy melodies with sharper, more mature songwriting proves he’s much more than a fleeting star in the hip-hop universe.
PLAN A Album Tracklist:
- TASTE
- BAD TIME
- 120
- I CAN’T LET GO (featuring Don Toliver)
- VOGUE
- 24HRS
- NUMBER 2
- NEVER LAST
- HOMEBODY
- SELF2SELF
- SEPARATE WAYS
- TIME & PLACE
- 4U
- FLOWERS
- COLD GIRLS
- MAMA
- D1
- ALL THE TIME
