Chicago’s own G Herbo is frequently memed for rapping off beat or sounding like he’s trying to catch up to the instrumental. On his newest EP “G Swervo” Herbo hits every beat and does it with a certain swagger and uniqueness that can’t be imitated. With this being said, the origins of each of these five songs are unknown which leads it to sound more like a compilation of five separate songs rather than a cohesive project. We’ve already heard “Bustdown,” the track with Playboi Carti, which was rumored to be recorded during Die Lit recording sessions but missed the album. “Big Body Whips” features Gunna and was released briefly on YouTube in mid December before being taken down. While we don’t exactly know where this project came from or what it means, it’s a damn entertaining listen and after a great 2018 G Herbo could be Chicago’s next star.

“Big Body Whips” is an easy standout on this project. Gunna delivers a very good hook and a solid first verse. Herbo spits an epic and braggadocios 2nd verse that brings the song full circle and reminds us that this is G’s project. The only thing not to like about this track is the weird clicking at the beginning and end of the recording. Although Herbo is probably at his weakest during his verse on the second song “Dripset,” L’Gado delivers a refreshing first verse with a sick layered vocal effect that pans back and forth. While it’s old, it’s a pleasure to enjoy “Bustdown” on Spotify. While the song may belong to Herbo, it’s a Playboi Carti song. Carti gets the first verse, the hook, and the Pi’erre Bourne beat is the icing on the cake. Although we may have heard most of these songs at some point or another, it’s nice to have them all in one place in the form of an entertaining 15 minute EP.