Loyal

Marlee's "Loyal" is the first release from the rapper and singer's upcoming EP of the same name. Though sharing the name of one of Chris Brown's most gleefully petty and misogynistic records, Marlee's new track is a considerably more tender take on the title. Marlee, like many of his peers, is exploring the overlap between rapping and singing, but his arrangement is straight-up R&B, and his melodies are strong enough to keep his ballad afloat.

Production for the track comes from Nate Rhoads. You can listen to more music from Marlee on his official SoundCloud page. Let us know what you think of him in the comments below.

Quotable Lyrics:

You're the only one
Only one I want
Tell them to shut up
Don't worry 'bout you and me