UGLY

On his third album 'UGLY', slowthai largely departs from his hip-hop and grime origins to embrace a raw, genre-fusing sound rooted in post-punk and indie rock. The production, helmed by Dan Carey and others, utilizes live instrumentation and abrasive electronics to create a visceral backdrop for the album's core themes. Lyrically, the record is deeply introspective and emotionally charged, exploring mental health, self-deprecation, and eventual self-acceptance, as encapsulated by the title's acronym, 'U Gotta Love Yourself'.