Denzel Curry – 32 Zel

32 Zel (often stylised as 32 Zel/Planet Shrooms in its full form), released (or reissued) in 2017, is a defining early work by Denzel Curry. It delivers a relentless fusion of trap energy, dark atmospherics, and aggressive lyricism. Across seven to ten core tracks (depending on edition), Curry navigates raw emotional terrain—anger, ambition, and reflection—while leaning on distorted beats, heavy bass, and cavernous production. His flow alternates between piercing urgency and abrasive cadence, giving each track a sense of immediacy and weight. This is a bold statement from a young artist polishing his edge rather than smoothing it out.

Though initial critical coverage was minimal, the project has grown in stature within Curry’s discography as a raw, unfiltered glimpse into his artistic roots. The breakout single “Ultimate” achieved viral success, serving as a bridge between underground momentum and wider recognition. Over time, 32 Zel has come to be appreciated as a formative canvas—less polished than his later works, but rich in intent, ambition, and the spark of potential.