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The First Time by Kid Laroi combines pop with hip-hop influences while exploring themes of heartbreak and personal growth.
The young star released this second album in 2023 when he was just 20 years old. It boosted his career, marking a new chapter for the Australian artist.
“Nights Like This” is by far the most popular song on the album. With lyrics about teenage love and late nights, this song resonates with the younger generation.
“Bleed” touches on heartbreak and moving on, while “Tear Me Apart” is about overthinking mistakes. The lyrics to these songs are emotional and heavy, and combined with Laroi’s voice, they are great heartbreak songs on the album.
The album has a few songs with features, some stronger than others. “The Line” featuring d4vd, combines rhyming with acoustic guitar. The simple lyrics and melody are relaxing and sad in tone. “Too Much” featuring Central Cee is the weakest feature song on the album. The beat and lyrics just don’t stand out compared to other songs.
Overall, The First Time is a hit album that almost all teens can relate to. This album is a great listen for anyone who likes modern rap, good vocals, and emotional lyrics.
