Yes—the Georgia-grown rapper is leaner in stature; sure, he rocks xx and xx, which is a departure from Dickies and white tees and now embodies his government name, but there’s something else about Mr. Jenkins.

Jeezy is affable. His laid-back demeanor is expected. The public has witnessed him navigate tense situations with grace. He is untroubled. In the air exists an aura of beauty and balance of someone more than comfortable in his own skin. Jay is collected. He is self-aware and has skillfully ordered his steps. Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins is a boss. And though Hawkinsville, Georgia, is miles behind him and Thug Motivation: 101, which marked 19 years on July 26, is milestones from other critical work he has released into the universe, both have been integral to where and what he stands on today. Jeezy has evolved over the years, but one can’t help but wonder which iteration of himself he is most satisfied with.