{"id":7418,"date":"2025-08-09T01:08:37","date_gmt":"2025-08-09T05:08:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/?p=7418"},"modified":"2025-08-09T01:08:38","modified_gmt":"2025-08-09T05:08:38","slug":"jid-god-does-like-ugly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/jid-god-does-like-ugly\/","title":{"rendered":"JID unveils its fourth album ''God Does Like Ugly''"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On August 8, 2025, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/jid\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1658\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JID<\/a><\/strong>, the three-time GRAMMY-nominated Atlanta rapper recognized as one of the best lyricists of the last five years, has officially released his highly anticipated album <strong><em>God Does Like Ugly<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This 15-song project, available via <strong><em>Dreamville\/Interscope<\/em><\/strong>, once again confirms the young artist&#039;s place among the major figures of contemporary Hip-Hop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the success of <strong><em>The Forever Story<\/em><\/strong> (2022), <strong>JID<\/strong> signs a return rich in audacity and offers us exemplary artistic richness. <strong><em>God Does Like Ugly<\/em><\/strong> brings together prestigious collaborations with artists such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/clipse\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1458\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clipse<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/vince-staples\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1864\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vince Staples<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/westside-gunn\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1769\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Westside Gunn<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/ciara\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1865\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ciara<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/6lack\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1866\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6LACK<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/jessie-reyez\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1867\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jessie Reyez<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/earthgang\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1868\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EarthGang<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/don-toliver\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1869\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Don Toliver<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/ty-dolla-ign\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"706\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ty Dolla $ign<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/baby-kia\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1870\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Baby Kia<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/mereba\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1871\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mereba<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/pastor-troy\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1872\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pastor Troy<\/a><\/strong>, highlighting the growing reach and influence of <strong>JID<\/strong> in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-42b0cb07d61953f086d1f1dab7d4e559 wp-block-paragraph\">On this new opus, <strong>JID<\/strong> fully deploys his talent for writing and flow, qualities which have earned him a prominent place in modern rap as well as prestigious collaborations, notably with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/tag\/eminem\/\" data-type=\"post_tag\" data-id=\"1657\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eminem<\/a><\/strong> on the EP <em><strong>GDLU (Preluxe)<\/strong><\/em>, published on last July 4th. Elsewhere <strong>Magazine Hip-Hop<\/strong> had mentioned the release of <em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/eminem-et-jid-sassocient-sur-animals-pt-1\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/eminem-et-jid-sassocient-sur-animals-pt-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GDLU (Preluxe)<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Collaborations that demonstrate respect for JID<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the album&#039;s highlights is the punchy opening with <strong><em>YouUgly<\/em><\/strong> featuring <strong>Westside Gunn<\/strong>, a track marked by a dark atmosphere and an energetic beat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"814\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/J.I.D-by-Neri-Mastriani-Levi-3-1-814x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7437 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/J.I.D-by-Neri-Mastriani-Levi-3-1-814x1024.jpeg 814w, https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/J.I.D-by-Neri-Mastriani-Levi-3-1-238x300.jpeg 238w, https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/J.I.D-by-Neri-Mastriani-Levi-3-1-768x966.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/J.I.D-by-Neri-Mastriani-Levi-3-1-10x12.jpeg 10w, https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/J.I.D-by-Neri-Mastriani-Levi-3-1.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pieces such as <strong><em>Community<\/em><\/strong> with <strong>Clipse<\/strong> or <strong><em>VCRs<\/em><\/strong> with <strong>Vince Staples<\/strong> bring a lyrical density and a critical angle on social realities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Wholeheartedly <\/em><\/strong>with <strong>6LACK<\/strong> and <strong>Ty Dolla Sign<\/strong> highlight the vocal versatility of <strong>JID<\/strong> and its ability to explore varied sounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Born and raised in East Atlanta, <strong>JID<\/strong> has managed to establish himself thanks to his impeccable technique, his artistic sensitivity, and hard work since his beginnings in 2015. Followed by millions of fans and praised by his peers, he continues to expand his influence.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Photo: Lucid Publicity<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6f9992b444c7dbc4abb43d4c11e68f84 wp-block-paragraph\">The artist&#039;s success is no accident. It is the result of a true team effort bringing together managers, artistic collaborators, and promotion experts, just like the agency itself. <strong>Lucid Publicity<\/strong>. Together, they allow <strong>JID<\/strong> to consolidate his place among the great figures of contemporary rap, while continuing his rise on the international scene.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rap fans will find in this project a complete, innovative and influential work, which reinforces <strong>JID <\/strong>among the essential figures of the global Hip-Hop scene today. For my part, my favorite song is without a doubt number 5, <em><strong>GZ<\/strong><\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-70ca2ab833bbb0e9f5fbb25e4b5d4511 wp-block-paragraph\">I invite you to discover the album <strong><em>God Does Like Ugly<\/em><\/strong> and to follow the news of <strong>JID<\/strong> on your favorite streaming platforms, as well as on its social networks including <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/JIDSV\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/JIDSV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jidsv\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jidsv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<iframe data-testid=\"embed-iframe\" style=\"border-radius:12px\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/artist\/6U3ybJ9UHNKEdsH7ktGBZ7?utm_source=generator\" width=\"100%\" height=\"650\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To be continued\u2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-97d9fa7c673cd0a280cc2997802ce37b wp-block-paragraph\">Download the app <strong>Magazine Hip-Hop<\/strong> on <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/ca\/app\/magazine-hip-hop\/id6746479131?l=fr-CA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>App Store<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/underground-network\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reseau-social-Hip-Hop-1-1024x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reseau-social-Hip-Hop-1-1024x169.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reseau-social-Hip-Hop-1-300x50.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reseau-social-Hip-Hop-1-768x127.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reseau-social-Hip-Hop-1-1536x254.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reseau-social-Hip-Hop-1-2048x338.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reseau-social-Hip-Hop-1-18x3.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The talent of the MC is an acquired fact, brilliantly revealed in his entire album.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":36,"featured_media":7421,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[1866,679,1573,1870,1865,1458,1869,1868,1657,59,670,1867,1658,678,606,1128,1871,1872,330,706,1864,1769],"class_list":["post-7418","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-usa","tag-6lack","tag-actualites","tag-atlanta","tag-baby-kia","tag-ciara","tag-clipse","tag-don-toliver","tag-earthgang","tag-eminem","tag-featured","tag-hip-hop","tag-jessie-reyez","tag-jid","tag-journal","tag-magazine-hip-hop","tag-media","tag-mereba","tag-pastor-troy","tag-rap","tag-ty-dolla-ign","tag-vince-staples","tag-westside-gunn"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7418","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/36"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7418"}],"version-history":[{"count":14,"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7418\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7442,"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7418\/revisions\/7442"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7421"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7418"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7418"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7418"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}