According to Fridayy, the album's content was inspired by his personal highs and lows following his 2023 self-titled debut, serving as a tribute to his late father and a reflection of his emotional journey.[2]
A double album, it was written under the working title Bittersweet. The album's track listing reflects its title, with the first half featuring upbeat, feel-good tracks, and the second half delving into more introspective themes of grief, resilience, and self-discovery. On "Proud of Me", a collaboration with Meek Mill and Fridayy's highest-charting song as a lead artist, the two rappers address their shared experience of losing their fathers.[2]
Fridayy's vision for the album incorporated a showcase of his range as a singer, writer, and producer, blending various genres such as R&B, hip-hop, gospel, kompa, and pop. "It's always important to me to put in everything that I am all in one project", he explained in an interview.[2]
Fridayy explained that, rather than seeking commercial success or awards, Fridayy's goal with the album was to create music that resonates with fans deeply. "I don't like setting rigid goals for my work because that's how you set yourself up for disappointment," he said. "Instead, I focus on making music that moves people in a meaningful way."[2]
Track listing
Sometimes I'm Good, Sometimes I'm Not track listing
