When releasing their own music, some hitmaking songwriters stray too far from the style they developed with other artists. Others do not stray far enough.<\/p>\n
With new single \u201cAss Like That,\u201d Victoria Mon\u00e9t strikes the perfect balance.<\/p>\n
One listening to the song would not be surprised to learn she is one of Ariana Grande\u2019s go-to songwriting collaborators (and best friends). The qualities that power some of Grande\u2019s strongest recent efforts \u2014 the engaging melodies, the coy yet commanding vocals, the “social media era” lyrics \u2014 are undoubtedly present.<\/p>\n
One listening to the song would not, however, question the singer-songwriter\u2019s independent artistry. Mon\u00e9t makes unique vocal choices and demonstrates her own swagger, charisma and contemporary R&B spirit throughout the track. Mon\u00e9t is an authentic, compelling performer who knows how to turn words and music into a memorable experience.<\/p>\n
The biggest takeaway, of course, is that \u201cAss Like That\u201d is simply a fun, engaging song. It is sexy without being gratuitous. It is campy without being tacky. It is catchy without being familiar. It may not be an obvious fit for today\u2019s monotonous radio landscape, but it is a perfect fit for many playlists. Whether looking to heat up the mood, inspire a workout or simply gain a sense of empowerment, a listener can find value in \u201cAss Like That.\u201d<\/p>\n
Appealing in its own right, the song will certainly benefit from its buzzy lyric video. Matching the slightly campy, rather sexy, extremely confident vibe of the song, the video finds Mon\u00e9t performing an at-home workout routine (and offering plenty of looks at the titular ass).<\/p>\n
Many already recognize Mon\u00e9t as a talented songwriter and performer with a great sense of her personal strengths \u2014 and how those strengths best connect with fans. Thanks to \u201cAss Like That,\u201d even more will. <\/p>\n