The production on the album backs up the theme, building off of delirious samples along with bringing in some heavily distorted guitar to cut through the track. However, these lines are contrasted with traditional rap braggadocio making for an especially interesting trip. Indeed, many of the lyrics refer to or deal with suicide, hinting at an especially dark mental state for Staples. While he has never exactly been known for his optimism, lines like “Buy a million dollar home and blow my dome to paint the kitchen” are jarring even by Staples’ standards. The mood only gets darker from there, from the overwhelming depression and guilt of “Smile” to the brutal tonal whiplash of the title track. The EP starts off with “Let It Shine”, which is simply Staples singing “This Little Light of Mine” before being interrupted by a gunshot. “Prima Donna” is a potent shot of his trademark brand of nihilistic swagger. Vince Staples does not know the meaning of “time off.” Following a series of mixtapes, EP, and even his 2015 debut double album, Staples has returned with “Prima Donna.” One would think this might leave the work sounding shoddy or worn down, but instead it again shows him in peak form.
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