NEW MUSIC: ROBIN THICKE & RAPSODY | DAY ONE FRIEND

It's been a while since we heard from Robin Thicke as his most recent offering, "On Earth, and in Heaven." He released a few singles between then and now, including a festive feature titled "Perfect Holiday." The positive energy continues its prevalence, with "Day One Friend" being a jubilant reference to those who have been a part of your world from the jump and those that stuck around amid life's mayhem. Rapsody comes through to deliver her outlook, making for a well-rounded offering from the seasoned R&B artist. Rapsody handles the song's intro, which was a fantastic idea due to her engaging presence and vivacity. Regardless of the topic at hand, Rapsody is one of the most impressive lyricists on the planet right now. Full stop. Her understanding of pace and use of homonyms served her well here, as the word "day" was incorporated consistently and creatively. The verse fits thematically and opens up the song for Robin Thicke to do what he does best. Following Rapsody's verse, Robin Thicke enters with a smooth and soulful serenade. While the track is directed towards non-romantic interactions, the love is still abundant both sonically and lyrically. The track doesn't overdo anything, and there's almost no rigidity to be found. You typically learn what works and when to do it when you've been singing and performing for as long as Robin has. While the rest of the song doesn't have the tenacity Rapsody provided, it's a springtime easy-listen, perfect for the weather, which will surely break soon.