![]() “Simply Unstoppable” is a commendable piece of pop-rap, with minimal outside presence and a chunky, glistening beat that gives Tempah something to adequately work off. Tempah asserts himself more on “Wonderman,” which has its share of weak moments, but thankfully relegates them to the background. (To demonstrate the level of nuance on display here, the track was selected as the theme to this year’s Wrestlemania.) Hit single “Written in the Stars” presents Tempah as second fiddle to Eric Turner’s airy hook, a mushy bit of inspirational pap that dominates the song. It’s the kind of pedestrian production to which he subjects himself much too often. A track like “Miami 2 Ibiza,” featuring Swedish House Mafia, is a waste of time for both the rapper and his audience, giving him barely any room to speak, stuffed to the gills with extended dance breaks and Balearic baloney. The consistent issue with Disc-Overy is the pairing of Tempah with people who fail to elevate him. But the British MC is far better than these choices would suggest he’s playful and dexterous, managing to cut a respectable figure inside this otherwise dreary effort. ![]() For example, it’s usually lyrical weaklings who surround themselves with the kind of gimmicky stylings Tinie Tempah employs on his debut album, Disc-Overy, which is overflowing with rote dance beats and crummy guest appearances. A rapper’s aesthetic is often dictated by his or her ability.
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