Rapper and singer Doja Cat released her third studio album, Planet Her, on June 25, 2021. The album showcases Doja's versatility in her music, with songs that are inspired by everything from Afro beats to trap. With its colorful and sensual visuals, Planet Her lets everyone know that she is here to stay. Tracks on this album collect a handful of features, especially from the likes of artists such as The Weeknd and Ariana Grande. I'll be rating each song from the album, along with giving my thoughts on them.
Track 1: Woman
"Woman" opens this album up with an infectious, Afro-pop groove. When listening to it, one might feel the urge to shake their hips (not that I would know, though). It's light and bouncy compared to her other heavy-hitters. Although it's not the best track on this album, it does a good job of foreshadowing what's to come. A great song to introduce us to the world of Planet Her.
Rating: (9.2/10)
Track 2: Naked
Doja wastes no time to come in full-force with this track. If "Woman" was her way of easing us into Planet Her, then "Naked" is her fully immersing us in it. The song is fast-paced, making you feel the sense of urgency of a hot and heavy situation. Given the song's lyrics, Doja takes control of the situation, walking her lover through what she'd like to do with (or to) them, but also making sure they're good with everything she's suggesting ("Let me know if you ain't bout that NSFW"). My only qualm with this song is that once you really get into it, it's over. However, I won't dwell on the song's length considering how solid it is.
Rating: 9.5/10
Track 3: Payday (feat. Young Thug)
This song in particular has a mystical and wondrous feel to it while staying true to its pop influences. The rhythms of "Payday" create this sound that makes it seem as though you're walking through someone's visions, which is fitting considering that the lyrics talk of living a reality that one would think only existed in their wildest dreams. With the added flare of Young Thug as the feature, this song serves as a testament to the success she's achieved thus far.
Rating: 9.5/10
Track 4: Get Into It (Yuh)
"Get Into It (Yuh)" is quite theatrical, particularly with Doja's vocal deliveries. During parts of the opening and the chorus, she raps her verses with a staccato-like tone, while simultaneously adding chants of the song's title as part of a call and response. Its style is reminiscent of Nicki Minaj, who she gives a shout-out to in the end of the song: "Thank you Nicki, I love you/Got that big rocket launcher." The last lyric is a reference to Minaj's "Massive Attack." Its wild nature would no doubt get everyone on their feet.
Rating: 9.4/10
Track 5: Need To Know
Out of all of the songs on this album, this one HAS to be my favorite. I can see this being played at a club where it would definitely get the crowd hyped up. I already can picture people jumping up and down and forming a mosh pit on the dancefloor as this song plays. This song is super energetic and raunchy, ensuring that the listener will have a fun time when listening to it. Overall, "Need To Know" exudes Bad B*tch Energy.
Rating: 10/10
Track 6: I Don't Do Drugs (feat. Ariana Grande)
Doja made the right call in getting Ariana to feature on here. Ariana harmonizing with Doja makes for the perfect blend of their voices together as they croon about a potential romance that's as tempting as drugs. This fluid, silky song is the third time that both have collaborated with one another, with Doja Cat featuring on Ariana's "Motive" and "34+35 (Remix)." The Ariana Grande touch is evident throughout this song and I'm here for it.
Rating: 9.6/10
Track 7: Love To Dream
"Love To Dream" is one of the album's more mellow, softer songs. Just like the title, Doja's vocals are dreamy and pretty over the course of this song. When I heard it for the first time, it gave me a nostalgic feeling. It reminded me of those moments where you'd be looking out of your window in the backseat of a car as you drive into the sunset. The fantastical, introspective aura of "Love To Dream" does a good job of highlighting how Doja, according to the lyrics, can get too much in her head, therefore warding off potential relationships.
Rating: 10/10
Track 8: You Right (feat. The Weeknd)
Right off the bat, "You Right" is melodic and smooth. It does a good job of being able to convey the dialogue between the couple in the song, as portrayed by The Weeknd and Doja Cat. Doja's raspy, feathery voice along with The Weeknd's falsettos mixes nicely with one another. As much as I enjoyed it, it's not as much of an attention grabber as the other songs off this album are.
Rating: 9.3/10
Track 9: Been Like This
Something about this particular track gives off a psychedelic vibe, almost as though it's drippy. It's heavy on the percussion beats and bass as well. My favorite part of this entire song is Doja belting the song's title towards the end. Her singing abilities continuously impress me throughout this album. However, it's less exciting than her previous tracks on here. It's not a skip, but it wouldn't be my first choice to listen to.
Rating: 8.9/10
Track 10: Options (feat. JID)
If "Been Like This" was a coffee break, then "Options" is Doja getting back to business. I loved how she roped us back in with the flute part in the intro. The pace quickens as the song continues, paving the way for JID to hop on the track. JID really did what he had to do with his part, which seals the deal for the rest of the track. This is another one of those songs on this album that I wished was longer. But that's just me.
Rating: 9.2/10
Track 11: Ain't Sh*t
Doja does NOT hold back here. She is channeling every frustration she's ever had with subpar men, calling them out rightfully so. She reminds her listeners to "listen to your friends" when they say that these dudes "ain't sh*t." The aggressive nature of the song will have many relating to its content and chanting its lyrics at the top of their lungs, especially this part: "I'm not gon' key your car, I'll call your f*cking mom/You should have paid my rent, go get a f*cking job."
Rating: 9.7/10
Track 12: Imagine
Doja has us imagining what it must be like to live the high life. It's bright and upbeat, kind of like a daydream. It is quite repetitive, though. I assume that's her way of reinforcing the idea of waning to live a life of luxury. In my opinion, it doesn't do much for the album. On the bright side, Doja tastefully flexed on this track, which, I believe, she deserves to do.
Rating: 8.7/10
Track 13: Alone
We see Doja at her most vulnerable with "Alone." She gets candid about heartbreak following a hard breakup. It explores loneliness, knowing when to leave, self-worth, and just the overall messiness of a situation like this. I think she did an awesome job with this and its lyrics are some of my favorites from this album as a whole.
Rating: 9.1/10
Track 14: Kiss Me More (feat. SZA)
Not sure why the biggest single off of this album is the final song, but I assume that Doja wanted to save the best for last. "Kiss Me More" is fun and flirty, making it perfect for the summer season. SZA is really the spice to Doja's sugar on this track. It's as delectable and refreshing as a scoop of ice cream on a hot day. That's how sweet it is. Also, Doja Cat and SZA get to be unapologetically girly on here, which I'm totally here for.
Rating: 9.8/10
To wrap things up, I would definitely recommend this album. It had a lot of high moments throughout its run. All of the songs put on here are very strong, even the ones given the lowest ratings. Doja Cat was able to successfully transport listeners into Planet Her, considering its otherworldly feel. There is one main issue, though. The track list's order could've been better. Some songs don't transition smoothly into each other which results in a lack of cohesiveness throughout the album. Overall, Doja Cat did an incredible job and I'm excited to see where this album era takes her. If you really enjoy this album, then I suggest giving the deluxe version of Planet Her a listen as well.
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