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2025 Music Releases: Critiques on Star-Studded Flops
12/30/2025
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- In 2025, Kanye West's 'WW3' drew criticism for its unfinished sound.
- Will Smith's 'Pretty Girls' felt stiff and dated, failing to revive his persona.
- Cruz Beckham's 'Optics' relied on glossy production but lacked substance.
- Rihanna's 'Friend of Mine,' her first single in three years, was pleasant but forgettable.
- Lil Wayne's 'Peanuts 2 N Elephant' featured clever lyrics but distracting production.
