I hate country music, for the most part. 

That is exactly why I think I should be giving this review. By now it is clearly no surprise that Post Malone has turned country with the recent release of his first ever country album, “F1 Trillion.” The same day the album came out, which was Aug. 16, he surprisingly releases a second disc called, “F1 Trillion: Long Bed.”

The dual album includes 27 songs. The first half is filled with many features from big country singers like Morgan Wallen, Dolly Parton, Tim McGraw and Luke Combs just to name a few. 

I was super skeptical when I saw that there were so many features because I think that looks bad for an artist, especially one who is switching genres. It tells me that they are unable to do it on their own. Quickly, I was proven wrong when the second part was done completely solo.

Anyone who has heard of Post Malone knows that he was a hip hop and pop artist. This major switch in his music style was risky on so many levels. He already has a well-established audience and suddenly changes his style that is geared towards a completely new one. I was highly impressed. Like I said, I hate country music most of the time. After hearing this album, I will be thinking twice before I judge another country song. 

My favorite track off the entire lengthy album would have to be “Pour Me A Drink” that features Blake Shelton, because every time I listen to it, I envision a tailgate party. That would be for obvious reasons because the song it quite literally about drinking on a Friday night after a long week.

Even though his style has changed, his voice did not. Malone does not sound like a traditional country singer who has the accent and twang when he sings. His voice is something that has always been unique and easily distinguishable when heard on the radio. The hit song off the album, “I Had Some Help,” features Wallen. It is so catchy and upbeat that sometimes I forgot I was listening to country because I liked it. I have heard many other people say the same thing: They do not typically like this genre but like this album. 

I would suggest listening to this album and giving it an honest chance despite not liking the genre to see if the same thing happens. Now the big question is: Will Post Malone stay a country singer? 

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