Pressa & Hunxho – Nasty

Pressa remains active in the Toronto hip-hop scene, as recent tracks such as “W Hotel” demonstrate his continued output, even during less productive times. On “Nasty,” his new single with Hunxho, the artist demonstrates that he can produce gritty lyrics and generate considerable tension despite a very atmospheric and otherworldly melody.

Beyond the vocal refrains, there isn’t much of a melodic focus on this track, with washed-out synthesizers and steady, crisp drum patterns taking up most of the space instead. The lyrics convey the lustful, sensual, and intoxicating essence of a passionate, albeit tumultuous, relationship between two lovers. Despite the abundance of empty space in the beat, there’s a darkness that the “Minimum Wage” MC and Hunxho contribute to the track.

The “Ain’t Tha Truth” artist delivers a more powerful and impactful vocal performance than Pressa’s softly spoken sultriness. He also achieves a more robust sound on the track, despite his collaborator surpassing him in terms of vocal integration on “Nasty.” Despite their inconsistencies, they demonstrate some genuine chemistry in this track, and we can anticipate a comparable atmosphere on their upcoming releases.

Allegations that Pressa has secured new record deals this year imply that we may see even more new music in 2025. Even if a hypothetical break follows this new single, it should please fans of his sound who have been here for a long time. Ultimately, this feeling of being cold and disoriented is a lasting aspect of Toronto’s impact today.