Pale Jay, Conway The Machine – Shameful Game, Pt. 2

The enigmatic masked soul singer and producer Pale Jay returns with “Shameful Game, Pt. 2”, a standout collaboration featuring New York rapper Conway The Machine via PLYGRND Music.

Pale Jay’s production aesthetic centers on what he describes as music that’s “soulful but not cheesy, rough but not arrogant, cool but not cold”. This philosophy manifests in dusty textures and vintage soul samples, creating an atmospheric backdrop that recalls classic hip-hop production while maintaining modern edge.

Conway The Machine delivers verses that showcase his trademark street narratives, his flow adapts naturally to Pale Jay’s composition, weaving between confessional moments and more complex storytelling while allowing the production’s soul elements to shine through.

The song builds around a central refrain exploring emotional vulnerability: “You said stop when the feelings got real / Looked away when we sealed the deal / I’m not ashamed to tell you how I feel, are you?”

This collaboration is effective because both artists play to their strengths without overwhelming each other. Pale Jay’s production maintains space for Conway’s verses while never feeling sparse, allowing each element to contribute meaningfully to the atmosphere.