What do fame and fortune bring? Well, this is one of the many things that musician 2woAM addresses in his latest 12-track effort, Full Moon. In the album, 2woAM carries a passionate auto-croon that slightly resonates with Futures. The beats, however, take on a dark tone over lush and sporadic arrangements. As a whole, Full Moon speaks about 2woAM’s wary of trusting others, past betrayals, past heartbreaks, dealings with both women and men who hate or are trying to “ride his wave,” and what he hopes for himself moving forward.
Additionally, the album showcases 2woAM’s luxurious lifestyle, money-oriented mindset, and how he’ll stop at nothing to get what he wants. Ultimately, he highlights what he’s seen and heard over the years. Although 2woAM has a big heart, the vocalist opts to keep it closed due to being burned way too many times. This album shows his growth as an individual and lets him use music as an outlet. Notable tracks include “Seen 2 Much,” “Unleashed,” “Go Figure,” and “Dead Roses.” To uphold the album’s name, 2woAM makes sure that each song has a howling wolf recording or twilight feel.
Damn bro it’s been 2 years since I last dropped a project. I’m on that savage rock shit this time tho 🤟🏾🎸 let’s turn up and vibe #Fullmoon
— 2woAM (@2woamofficial) April 9, 2020
On “Seen 2 Much,” 2woAM speak lightly on his trust issues and believing in himself when no one else would. Additionally, the singer talks about his ice game and the other things fortune will bring, including beautiful women who are clout chasers in disguise. He sings in some of the chorus, “Lord looketh over as the money runneth over” In turn, he prays to the one above to give him to see through those with bad intentions. One notable bar goes: “Violence in my cadence, but I just been surviving. The heartbreak in my lyrics got me growing and thriving. I still love this shit, but I just want the deposit.” 2woAM ultimately wants to remain focused and steer clear of any distractions. The beat takes on a dark tone and consists of muffled guitar riffs and steady hi-hats/snares.
The song following after, “Unleashed” lives by its name through the beat selection. Full of sporadic arrangements, “Unleashed” sees 2woAM carrying a bouncy cadence in his auto-croon. Between the lyrics, 2woAM boasts about his way with women, sexcapades, ice game, urge for counting blue faces, all while lighting a spliff that “makes him feel like Einstein.” Afterward, 2woAM says he’s not sparing feelings anymore. Over time, he’s learned that it’s best to speak on how you feel and take the proper actions to reach an everlasting goal. In the chorus, he sings about wanting to take a bag of cash to the grave. So, I guess it’s safe to say that 2woAM won’t stop working anytime soon.
Then, “Go Figure” sees 2woAM singing in a softer tonality through auto-croon. Through lyrics, he calls out a woman who is all of a sudden “down” for him because he’s doing it big. Before this anonymous chick wouldn’t even give him the time of day, but now, she’s willing to provide him with all of hers. Luckily enough, 2woAM sees through her treachery and ignores whatever this woman is trying to get from him. He’s more concerned with cleaning his ice and counting Benjamins. Still, the singer saw this coming and acknowledges it. The beat carries an R&B tone and uses 808 slides, lush piano riffs, and hi-hats. Towards the end, “Go Figure” throws in a spooky feel that’s induced by a spacey-like piano progression.
Piano-led single, “Dead Roses,” on the other hand, sees 2woAM in a dilemma with a woman he loves. Given the lyrics, “I still love you but can’t stay with you,” one can assume that the person he’s speaking about has done something to betray him. Although what he decided hurts, 2woAM pushes forward and refers to his pain as “dead roses.” Now that this has happened, the singer chose not to look back. All he ever wanted to provide them with love and safety, but unfortunately, he can no longer leave his arms open. As the song continues, listeners will hear 2woAM showcasing harmonic auto-croon, then an old sample from an anonymous blues tune. Production-wise, “Dead Roses” uses a piano, hi-hats, and a booming bassline.
If you’re curious to hear Full Moon by 2woAM, listen below: