The rapper-singer shoots off a collection of unfiltered verses

Badshah’s 3:00 AM Sessions is clearly a cathartic outlet for the pop and hip-hop artist. Over seven songs, he opens his heart with thought-provoking verses that cover his personal experiences, expertly balancing playfulness with sincerity. “Players” brings in singers Karan Aujla and Devika Badyal for a tale of mismatched love and “Sanak” samples a Rajasthani vocal chorus. Materialistic desires dominate “Fast Cars” while a confessional tone guides “Khair”. The album closes with “Too Many Hearts”, a reference to Badshah’s playboy lifestyle.