2024: A Case Study of the Long Term Effects of Young Love

Jaden’s new album, 2024: A Case Study of the Long Term Effects of Young Love, tries to go deep but ends up feeling like it’s just reaching for vibes without much heart behind it. It’s got all the right aesthetic cues—melancholy beats, brooding lyrics, dreamy production—but the emotional impact feels as surface-level as the title is long-winded. It’s like Jaden wanted to put out something that sounds introspective but didn’t quite manage to bring in the substance to back it up.

One track that does stand out is Roses. This one actually comes through with an authentic feel—there’s an honesty in the way he raps about relationships, and the production complements his vibe without overwhelming it. Roses is a glimpse of what the rest of the album could’ve been if he’d leaned more into genuine storytelling rather than just creating mood. The album isn’t all bad, but it’s missing the sincerity to make it feel necessary or memorable.

JADEN - 2024: A CASE STUDY OF THE LONG TERM EFFECTS OF YOUNG LOVE

RATING - 5/10

FAVORITE TRACK - “roses”

GENRE - Indie, Hip-Hop