Denzel Curry's 'ZUU' Is a Love Letter to His Home State of Florida

Enlisting fellow Miami hero Rick Ross.

Music
3.2K 3 Comments
Save

Florida native Denzel Curry is homesick in his latest studio album, ZUU. The MC has transformed his longing for good food, beaches and hazy afternoons into 12 tracks injected with ’90s-infused production. Stepping out of 2018’S TA1300 concept, Zel touches on more vivid themes of accepting his newfound place in hip-hop while paying homage to who and what has shaped him in the last 24 years — naming “RICKY” after his father and narrating childhood lessons, showcasing unique Miami slang in “YOO” and even enlisting fellow Carol City local Rick Ross in “BIRDZ.” From keeping it on the low on opening track “ZUU” to surfing the full upbeat sound of “SHAKE 88” with Sam Sneak, the versatility of his flow serves as one of the album’s strongest highlights. At such a young age, Denzel Curry is already building the foundation of the next big thing to come out of Florida’s diverse soundscape.

Stream Denzel Curry’s ZUU on Spotify and Apple Music below.

In other new music releases, Skepta has dropped off his latest album Ignorance is Bliss.

Read Full Article
Text By
Share this article
Sophie Caraan
Sophie Caraan Managing Editor

Sophie Caraan is the Managing Editor at Hypebeast, where she sets the editorial direction, standards, and output strategy for the HQ team. With a decade of editorial experience, she brings both a storyteller's instinct and a strategist's eye — spotlighting the figures and movements that shape the culture across a multitude of lanes. Her tenure is marked by high-impact conversations with the likes of RZA, Mads Mikkelsen, CORTIS, Erling Haaland, Kasing Lung, NIGO, and more.

What to Read Next

The Golden State Pivot: Why Stephen Curry's Move to Li-Ning Makes Sense
Footwear

The Golden State Pivot: Why Stephen Curry's Move to Li-Ning Makes Sense

By leaving Under Armour for Li-Ning, Stephen Curry isn’t just signing a sneaker deal—he is laying the foundation for a global, post-basketball empire.

OUR LEGACY SS27 Is a Love Letter To British Subcultures Built on Nostalgia and Desconstruction
Fashion

OUR LEGACY SS27 Is a Love Letter To British Subcultures Built on Nostalgia and Desconstruction

Pairing louche, boyish knits with highly sculpted gentleman’s club tailoring.

Joe Freshgoods’ New Balance 1890 Pack Is a Neon Love Letter to ‘90s Music Videos
Footwear

Joe Freshgoods’ New Balance 1890 Pack Is a Neon Love Letter to ‘90s Music Videos

Merging 890v3 overlays with a 2002R sole, JFG’s 12th New Balance installment brings high-saturation Hype Williams energy to your footwear rotation.


Lauren Halsey’s “sister dreamer” Sculpture Park Is a Love Letter to South Central LA
Art

Lauren Halsey’s “sister dreamer” Sculpture Park Is a Love Letter to South Central LA

Located on the block that raised her.

Kim Kardashian Offers Another Look at the YZY BSKTBL "Quantum"
Footwear

Kim Kardashian Offers Another Look at the YZY BSKTBL "Quantum"

Are they ready for the court?

PLEASURES Unveils Latest Summer 2019 Lookbook via Fish-Eye
Fashion

PLEASURES Unveils Latest Summer 2019 Lookbook via Fish-Eye

A claustrophobic view amidst vibrant warm-weather garments.

Kanye West Discusses Mental Health in Latest 'My Next Guest Needs No Introduction’ Clip
Entertainment

Kanye West Discusses Mental Health in Latest 'My Next Guest Needs No Introduction’ Clip

“I feel a heightened connection with the universe when I’m ramping up. It is a health issue.”

IKEA Brings the Iconic Living Rooms of ‘The Simpsons,’ ‘Stranger Things’ & ‘Friends’ to Life
Design

IKEA Brings the Iconic Living Rooms of ‘The Simpsons,’ ‘Stranger Things’ & ‘Friends’ to Life

Recreate the look in your home today.

Skepta is the Epitome of Progress in Newest Album 'Ignorance is Bliss'
Music

Skepta is the Epitome of Progress in Newest Album 'Ignorance is Bliss'

The followup to 2016’s ‘Konnichiwa.’

DaniLeigh's Responsibilities Changed Drastically After She Became an Artist
Music

DaniLeigh's Responsibilities Changed Drastically After She Became an Artist

She also talks about her viral Shiggy Challenge and Prince.


Freddie Gibbs and Madlib Own a Farm in "Crime Pays" Video
Music

Freddie Gibbs and Madlib Own a Farm in "Crime Pays" Video

‘Bandana’ drops June 28.

Netflix's 'Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance' Trailer Updates Jim Henson's Dark Fantasy
Entertainment

Netflix's 'Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance' Trailer Updates Jim Henson's Dark Fantasy

A prequel to the 1982 cult classic.

Spalding Celebrates 125th Anniversary With Horween Leather Basketball
Design

Spalding Celebrates 125th Anniversary With Horween Leather Basketball

A limited edition remake of the original 1894 design

Virgil Abloh and NikeLab Launch Chicago Re-Creation Center
Fashion

Virgil Abloh and NikeLab Launch Chicago Re-Creation Center

A summer-long experiental event.

Offset Reportedly Won't Be Charged in Phone Smashing Case (Update)
Music

Offset Reportedly Won't Be Charged in Phone Smashing Case (Update)

It all went down in Target.

Skepta and Nafe Smallz Rob a Bank in "Greaze Mode" Video
Music

Skepta and Nafe Smallz Rob a Bank in "Greaze Mode" Video

A nod to Blaxploitation films.

More ▾