R&B soul meets trap-infused rhythm in "CRUEL INTENTIONS," the latest single from RIIIVER JORDAN, which cements him as a key player for music lovers of today. Discovered by the filmmaker and television host Nick Cannon, and now championed by the Grammy-nominated super producer Drew Scott, RIIIVER is obviously seizing this record, which feels like a declaration. "CRUEL INTENTIONS" is a mood from the jump. The beat clatters, tight, minimal, and hypnotic, good old Drew Scott's paper chase trap magic escapees, but with the finish always still in sight
Onto that foundation, RIIIVER JORDAN, with a pop-forward vocal delivery that's rich in emotion but subtly executed, emerges with strides and twirls. He's letting the tension breathe. It's that control that makes the record hit even more. The tune is one of those that has been meant all along for late-night drives and early morning ponderings. Imagine neon lights blurring past through raindrops on a windshield. RIIIVER's vocal color functions as a heavy, solid cloud upon which longing, lust, and layered betrayal glide, all wrapped in a cocoon of sonic silk. His ability to seamlessly infuse contemporary R&B with the edge of hip-hop and the heart of neo-soul produces a sound that feels not just modern but deeply personal.
The hook is the sort of chorus that is polished and contagious. With "CRUEL INTENTIONS," there's a track, and then there's a moment, courtesy of RIIIVER JORDAN. A debut that's wavy and confident, and that showcases his artistry. With a Nick Cannon co-sign and production from Drew Scott, the stage is being set clearly for something larger. Whether you love R&B, trap, or simply great music with passion and pulse, this is one ride you'll want to hitch up for.
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