Polo G the Goat

6.1.20

@polo.capalot

Polo G is a twenty-one-year-old rapper from Chicago, whom is coming off of a heat wave after dropping his sophomore album, ‘The Goat’, just two weeks ago. Some may throw shade on the young artist for so quickly proclaiming himself a GOAT in an industry full of veterans whom we continue to argue about holding the title. However, Polo G has very well proven that he can hang in the respected circle of artists, which does not come lightly with the new generation.

Prior the the album, Polo G’s biggest hit was ‘Pop Out’ featuring Lil TJay. He has a few songs with the young New York artist, as well as features with Quando Rondo, Lil Gotit, Mustard, Calboy, Lil Baby, Gunna, Mike Will Made It, G Herbo and more. So, it seems like Polo G has made his way in with the new wave of artists, as well as some notable mentions whom have been around for a while and know what they’re doing when it comes to producing hits (i.e Mike Will and Mustard).

I was expecting this album to be somewhat like Rich The Kid’s most recent album ‘Boss Man’. By this, I mean I was anticipating there to be a few catchy songs, some weird stuff, but nothing that really stood out and made you want to hit replay. ‘Pop Out’ was a for sure hit, and ‘Stupid’ is a bop, but I just was not sure what to expect from this young artist putting together an entire project, mostly on his own.

‘Stupid’ is credited towards Polo G’s album, and he also has a feature with Juice WRLD on the album. Having the late artist on one’s album is bound to pull additional streams, but this song fits so well in the album itself. Their voices and their stories both compliment each other so well. This song was one of my favorites on the album, and I do not even regularly listen to Juice WRLD (his music is usually too sad for me. This one was much better). On a sixteen track album, Polo G held his own with eleven solo tracks. Each that told a story. Each that were enjoyable to listen to. Each that I would not mind putting on my repeat playlist.

What shocked me the most about Polo G, is his hustle, and his sincerity. Since the album, he has done numerous interviews, and even held a listening party on Station Head radio app, where he himself tuned in to chat with fans about the album. Mostly recently, Montreality shared their interview with Polo G, where you really get to know him as a person. First off, I could not believe how deep this man’s voice is. When you can sing the way Polo G sounds on a track, and have a voice that deep - I mean, someone send his autotune guy to G Herbo, or something! (kidding, I love them both).

But seriously, he spoke about his idols. I have not heard one new kid say their idol was Tupac. Everyone’s idols nowadays are Future, Young Thug, and some even throw out XXXTentacion. Polo G shared with us that Tupac was his inspiration, and that he even remixed one of his songs when he first started writing, then recited the verse on set.

Much of the rest of the interview, he spoke on his family. How he wants to protect his mother. Even when asked about growing up, Polo G said he spent his time playing basketball and drawing, envisioning for better days for him and his mother. He shared that he has a son, and he cannot wait until they are old in a home together, just hanging out and having a good time living lavish off of the money Polo G made, and that his son made because he raised him to better off than what he had. He went through all of his tattoos which seems to be spiritual or hold a positive message. I was shocked how well spoken he was, and how meaningful his “message to the youth” was, about learning patience and self-discipline, rather than rushing into things that may not be the best situation for you in the long run.

It is nice to see sincerity and legitimacy in hip-hop nowadays, especially where so much is being turned into a joke or jewelry and drugs battle. I gained a lot of respect for Polo G the past few weeks, and I hope that he continues to keep up the great work.