Jay Deru’s Skyscrapers is a confident and considered project from an artist clearly comfortable in his own sound. Blending rap, melody and soulful production, the album draws on years of writing and performance without feeling overly self-conscious. Deru’s delivery remains natural throughout, giving the record an understated quality that allows its ideas to unfold at their own pace.
Musically, the project moves between warmth and grit with ease. “Cashout humor” establishes its laid-back atmosphere through smooth strings, airy percussion and deep bass, while “Sunbathe” introduces brighter keys and a more energetic rhythm. “Heavy Tinted Civic”, featuring Dontay Jacob, adds a heavier edge, demonstrating Deru’s ability to shift his delivery without disrupting the album’s cohesive feel. Across each track, his voice remains the defining presence.
Closing with the reflective “Hurt Nobody”, Skyscrapers ultimately succeeds through its restraint. Rather than relying on excess, Deru allows strong songwriting, soulful textures and an assured vocal performance to carry the record. The result is an easygoing yet purposeful album that reflects an artist with a clear sense of identity and a growing confidence in his creative instincts.
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