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“10 Songs Well Worth the Attention” features music courtesy of Charlie Puth, Joji, ScHoolboy Q, Shinedown, and Todrick Hall among others.
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No need to drag this introduction out. This playlist is all about attention, period – “10 Songs Well Worth the Attention” to be exact. The key word that characterizes this playlist, hence, is attention. With that said, is there anything that hasn’t been covered regarding the criteria? Didn’t think so! “10 Songs Well Worth the Attention” features music courtesy of Charlie Puth (“Attention”), Joji (“Attention”), ScHoolboy Q (“Attention”), Shinedown (“Attention Attention”), and Todrick Hall (“Attention”) among others.
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1. Todrick Hall, “Attention”
Haus Party 1, Pt. 1 • Todrick Hall • 2019
Besides essentially encouraging the listeners to dance their butts off, Todrick Hall also talks some smack, specifically to his ex-boyfriend. “I saw my ex lookin’ a mess and pressed upon somebody else,” he states on the second verse, later adding, “…I showed him what he was missing, like” before dropping the attention-filled hook, “Do I have your attention.” Speaking of butts, Hall later toys with his ex-bf more on the third verse: “So I twirled up to those weights / Put theses cakes in his face / I did a squat, my butt said bam / And this new man said, ‘Girl, goddamn.’” There’s also a fierce bridge to add to the undivided attention that you should be giving Hall from the jump.
2. ScHoolboy Q, “Attention”
CrasH Talk • Interscope • 2019
“Front row at the Grammys, I’m getting praises from Jay [Z] Fuck about this award, I’m happy he know my name Favorite rapper Nas been told me that I’m the best He had a couple sessions with Dre, knew I would win…”
In addition to the aforementioned excerpts from the chorus and the sole verse, ScHoolboy Q delivers one of the most memorable lyrics from the LP:
“Got the devil on my side while the Lord been pushin’ me over I can finally understand why my uncles was never sober.”
CrasH Talk is by no means Q’s best album, but “Attention” represents one of the must-hear moments from the album. Now that’s attention-worthy! “Attention” previously appeared on the playlist 11 Awesome Songs That Tickled My Fancy in April 2019.
3. Charlie Puth, “Attention”
Voicenotes • Artist Partner Group • 2018
Charlie’s falsetto is strong on “Attention” for the most part, save for that vocal crack… His light tone of voice doesn’t suddenly become robust, but he definitely packs more punch. The production is a major step up, particularly the bass line and infectious, danceable groove. “Attention” was no game-changer, but it did mark the beginnings of a transformation for Puth. It’s flirty without being distasteful, playing to his sensitivity. Among the best lyrical moments occur on the pre-chorus:
“I know that dress is karma, perfume regret You got me thinking ‘bout when you were mine And now I’m all up on ya, what you expect? But you’re not coming home with me tonight.”
Of course, the chorus is pretty sweet in its own right:
“You just want attention, you don’t want my heart Maybe you just hate the thought of me with someone new Yeah, you just want attention, I knew from the start You’re just making sure I’m never gettin’ over you, oh.”
4. Shinedown, “Attention Attention”
Attention Attention • Atlantic • 2018
Following a colorful refrain that differentiates from the chorus itself (“Oh no, oh no / They’re just villains in my mind doin’ time…”), The third verse of track four from Attention Attention stands out in particular:
“Attention, attention, ‘cause this ain’t a stunt The judge is a racist, the jury’s corrupt The shelves are all empty, but the seats are all filled If you’re a shiny new penny, I’m a hundred-dollar bill.”
What makes “Attention Attention” worth paying ‘attention’ to is the overall attitude and energy it commands. The dynamic guitars, minor key, and at times, the chanted, spoken word vocals don’t hurt.
5. Rich Brian, “Attention”
Ft. Offset
Amen • 88rising / EMPIRE • 2018
Spitting over a malicious, tough, minor-key backdrop, Rich Brian is on autopilot from the start. The hook, seen above, is nothing short of badass, ranking among the most impressive of Amen. It continues as follows:
“Up in my business, pull up in my bitch crib I got people locked and loaded like they trained for ISIS Askin’ for forgiveness, I never said you’ll have it Pullin’ all these guns, but do you really want attention.”
Of course, Rich Brian also shines on the first verse, talking some sick shit. Adding the cherry on top is a guest appearance by Offset, who is built for a jam like this: “I am a Martian, I am not from this dimension / All of this water drippin’ on my Paddy, like I rinsed it.” You knew Offset couldn’t avoid referencing the Patek, right?
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6. Yellow Claw, “Attention”
Ft. Chace & Kalibwoy
New Blood • Barong Family • 2018
In the context of New Blood, “Attention” begins more mysteriously than the biting “Fake Chanel.” Chinese DJ, producer, and singer Chace delivers beautiful vocals, decorated with effects. Initially, “Attention” has the elements of a ballad, but Yellow Claw change that when the dynamic, sleek break section is unveiled. Dutch hip-hop artist Kalibwoy uniquely contrasts Chace with his distinct tone and accent.
7. Joji, “Attention”
BALLADS 1 • 88rising / 12Tone Music • 2018
On “Attention,” Joji in his zone. The tone of the record is one that is depressed, tortured to an extent, while also being reflective. On the verse, he makes it clear he has “troubles, but nobody will listen,” going on to say, “I know I’m cryptic and I’m weird, that shit comes off as indifferent.” Ultimately, “Attention” is personal, but also quite relatable.
8. PnB Rock, “Attention”
GTTM: Goin Thru the Motions • EMPIRE / Atlantic • 2017
As the chorus suggests, “Attention” is a mighty flex fest. On the first verse, PnB Rock drips hard, including references to good sex. “Your bitch she gave me good brain / You can tell she was educated,” he spits, continuing confidently, “I beat the pussy, I never ate it / She can never say ever dated / She can never be my main…” Later, PnB Rock asserts on the bridge:
“Bitches be waiting on me ‘Cause all of these diamonds be skating on me I take his bitch and I know, that he sad He can’t do shit but keep hating on me.”
Yeah, yeah, yeah – heard this many times! It’s not shocking to hear Wiz Khalifa rap about smoking on the second verse – “Whole lotta weed getting rolled in a paper plane.”
9. Kevin Gates, “Attention”
By Any Means 2 • Bread Winners’ Association • 2017
Safe to say, Kevin Gates isn’t playing around in the least on “Attention” – he demands your full, undivided attention, damn it! “Acceptin’ no disrespect, wait, who am I to budge?” he spits on the first verse, continuing, “Quarter million-dollar mouth, who am I? The plug?” Throughout the course of the record, Gates is filled with confidence, cockiness, and cold-bloodedness. This man knows he’s the shit, and honestly, you shouldn’t mess with him – you’ll regret it. Besides being tough as nails, he delivers a great flow with his fair share of lyrical punches:
“Run and I observe, ain’t no sense in bein’ audible Quarterback call the audibles, switch the play on the blitz.”
10.The Weeknd, “Attention”
Starboy • Republic • 2016
Moving onto the second verse, The Weeknd goes on to add, “When a touch is not enough / You were more than a fuck / Thinking twice, I’m the one / But you just need to trust.” Fair enough… I guess. In the context of Starboy, the cut slackens the pace, dampening the high-strung energy on the verses. By the chorus – excerpted in the first paragraph of the blurb – Abel Tesfaye’s commanding, high-pitched tenor sounds ripe as ever.
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