~ Song Reviews 🎡 ~

Ah, welcome to the page that is dedicated solely to Single & Track reviews. Singles and tracks of various styles are evaluated in this section of The Musical Hype – We don’t discriminate. Track reviews are also available on the home page.

More often than not, the single reviews on the site tend to follow a format that includes an intro paragraph with background information, a body, comprised of 1-2 paragraphs of analysis, and a concluding paragraph that β€˜puts a cap’ on things. Each track also receives a star rating, on a scale of 0 – 5 (Β½ stars are used as well), that is visible at the beginning and ending of the review.

5 out of 5 stars = MASTERPIECE

4.5 out of 5 stars = NEAR MASTERPIECE

4 out of 5 stars = EXCELLENT

3.5 out of 5 stars = VERY GOOD

3 out of 5 stars = AVERAGE / GOOD

2.5 out of 5 stars = BELOW AVERAGE

2 out of 5 stars = MEDIOCRE

1.5 out of 5 stars, 1 out of 5 stars, 0.5 out of 5 stars, 0 out of 5 stars = BAD

Track reviews generally run a minimum of 250 words with many running north of 300 words. So, music enthusiasts everywhere – Musical Hypeians worldwide – get your fix of single & track reviews down below!!!

Brent Faulkner

The Musical Hype


Troye Sivan, Got Me Started | Track Review 🎡

Troye Sivan brings the sensual flames on β€œGot Me Started,” the second single from his highly anticipated, third LP, Something To Give Each Other.

Kirk Franklin, Needs | Track Review 🎡

As always, Grammy-winning gospel musician Kirk Franklin inspires and uplifts on β€œNeeds,” an advance single from his 2003 LP, Father’s Day.

Luke Mock, What You Deserve | Track Review 🎡

On "What You Deserve," Luke Mock stands out from the crowd of pop singles by combining a modern sound with a hint of individuality.

Drake, Slime You Out | Track Review 🎡

Drake, assisted by fellow Grammy-winner, SZA, drops a mellow, yet emotional, and nostalgic track with β€œSlime You Out,” the lead single from For All the Dogs.

Nicholas Dante, Hellrider | Track Review 🎡

Fierce pop artist Nicholas Dante unveils the naughty β€œHellrider,” a single from his hellish debut album, Inferno.

Doja Cat, Balut | Track Review 🎡

Grammy-winner Doja Cat continues to turn heads with β€œBalut,” the fourth single and 15th track from her fourth studio album, Scarlet.

Marsha Swanson, Facing Life | Track Review 🎡

Contributor, George James: Marsha Swanson's latest offering, 'Facing Life', serves as a heartfelt glimpse into her forthcoming album, Near Life Experience.

Aaron Frazer, Bring You A Ring | Track Review 🎡

R&B singer/songwriter Aaron Frazer brings the heat with his cool, sophisticated energy on his single tailor made for couples, β€œBring You A Ring.”

Tawnted, do the same for me | Track Review 🎡

Tawnted (Jonathan Armswood) continues to be prolific, releasing another fabulous single in the heartbroken, β€œdo the same for me.”

The Chainsmokers, Summertime Friends | Track Review 🎡

On the respectable β€œSummertime Friends,” The Chainsmokers – specifically Drew Taggart – recalls the night he met his girlfriend.