New drop is a drab, uninspired album lacking any motif
Last updated: 22nd June 2025
It’s hard to believe that this is Central Cee’s (real name, Oakley Neil Caesar-Su) first album. Having achieved success for a number of years, his debut project has finally arrived.
Can’t Rush Greatness is the first LP from the UK rapper and features a number of artists on a 17-track project, including 21 Savage, Young Miko, Skepta, Lil’ Baby, and Dave. But none of them can save his new long play.
What Does Can’t Rush Greatness Sound Like?
It’s not always a great indication when nearly twenty songs clock in at 49 minutes, but we always give the benefit of the doubt.
Despite confidence in his work, Cench’s music is in need of fermentation. Focusing on themes of pre- and post-fame life, the rapper does little to excite listeners, and gives them largely more of the same.
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The style of production on offer is rabbit-out-of-the-hat material, devoid of originality and—dare I say, desperate. There’s a tone of identity underneath it, but this is in no way a project to remember. Caesar-Su has created pop-rap at best and what’s more, it’s laced with lethargic flows and a skillset that has been done before.
Verdict
The entire project feels somewhat blasé. At times, Cench’s cadence is commendable, but it quickly diminishes to sounding ubiquitous and feels off-kilter.
For the most part, his delivery is rhythmically unaligned, often off-beat. It’s a project of malnourishment, overhyped, and sonically unoriginal.
Where to Buy Vinyl, CDs, and Stream the New Album
Soundcloud, Spotify, and Apple are the primary platforms with access to the Can’t Rush Greatness.
The project is also available directly from the rapper’s store in compact disc (CD), and vinyl formats.
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