Medicated - July ([]). Oh hello quiet storm radio. With “Medicated,” July is bringing us a real old school R&B sensibility, with enough touches of the new new to make the track current. It’s a dreamy production overall, containing swirling synths and a glistening piano riff that are cut with tight and crisp trap-style hats. But as bumpin as the instrumental is, the strength of the track rests on July’s vocal—punchy and melodic, emotive yet restrained. And when July takes off into his shining falsetto, we get a Weeknd kinda feel. In sum, “Medicated” a real vibe, and definitely sets a sexy mood. Put this one on your “late night” playlist, if you catch our meaning.
Best Lyric: “Chasing these demons.”