From DMV to the World: CR’s “Remember Me As This”

CR’s latest project, Remember Me As This, shows why he’s one of DMV’s most thoughtful voices in rap.

There’s a strong sense of self-reflection throughout the entire project. CR is one of those artists who knows how to talk to himself in his music. Some of these songs feel like reminders he made for himself first, conversations he

needed to have internally, and we’re just listening in. That level of honesty is what makes the album land the way it does.

Released on December 11th, Remember Me As This arrives as a two-disc body of work with 8 tracks on Disc 1 and 13 on Disc 2. That structure matters. It signals intention. This doesn’t feel like music made for quick consumption; it feels like something built to last. What makes that even more telling is that CR’s first album, Summertime 25, was also a two-disc project. From the start, he’s been thinking in bodies of work, not just moments or singles.

What separates CR is how wide his emotional reach is. A lot of artists make music that’s relatable depending on where you’re at in life. CR makes music that feels like it can speak to everyone. Mental health, childhood struggles, uncertainty about the future, political frustration, and relationship tension, heartbreak, and the complications that come with navigating women and love are all present. None of it feels forced or performative. He trusts the listener to connect the dots.

The two-disc format reinforces CR’s vision for the project. While both discs flow together, Disc 2 carries most of the features, pulling artists from all over the DMV, while Disc 1 keeps things mostly focused on CR himself. The structure feels intentional, showing he’s thinking about the album as a complete work rather than a collection of singles.

That contrast shows up immediately. Disc 1 opens with “Intro,” which is quite literally a poem. No hooks, no distractions, just CR setting the tone and reminding listeners that writing is the foundation of everything he does.

Later on, Disc 2 kicks off with “Show Yo Pride,” and the energy shift is clear. The production is louder and more motivational. CR speaks on being humble for too long and finally stepping into his confidence, while subtly touching on political issues across the country. There are hidden messages layered throughout the song for listeners who are really paying attention.

One of the standout moments for longtime fans comes on Track 6 of Disc 2, “Sentimental Freestyle (Winter Version).” If you’ve been following CR’s journey, you know the original “Sentimental Freestyle” appeared on his 2024 EP Poetry. Small callbacks like this show that CR is intentionally building a catalog, not just dropping loose records and moving on.

That long-game mindset shows up again in how he handles production. CR knows when to let a beat breathe. On the title track, “Remember Me As This,” he samples Laura Mvula’s Sing to the Moon and allows space to exist before he even starts rapping. When he does come in, every word hits harder because nothing is rushed.

Stylistically, the album moves in and out of different moods with ease. At times it almost feels bipolar, with sharp switches in tone, energy, and approach, but instead of feeling messy, it’s refreshing. CR blends the lyrical foundation that rap was built on with the confidence and evolution of today’s sound, both in his writing and production choices.

I could break down every track on this album, but that would miss the point. CR’s music is meant to be experienced, not summarized. When you press play, you’re stepping into his world, and it’s one worth sitting with.

Personal favorites: “DAMN,” “Shawdy I Am What I Am,” “Show Yo Pride,” “Remember Me As This”.

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