Looks like we have our dynamic duo back at it again! These are two men who, together (and separately), have dropped some of the most interesting and vibrant Hip Hop that’s been released all year! And today they are back showcasing the strengths they have as a pair, so let’s talk about it!
This is the latest single between MC’s FAWKEM and .Tetsuo, while being a noticeable producer himself in .Tetsuo! Together, they release a track that is just under four minutes and have both men drop heavy verses under one of the most smooth and ambient beats I’ve heard in a minute!
Starting with those verses, we have .Tetsuo starting the track off with his trademark fast-paced, free-flow, and unrelenting rhythm that only has one speed ‘go’ and rarely the one to take a breath. He just drops a mountain of one-liners, puns, dope bars, and wordplay that might seem cryptic to decipher due to his pacing, but when you really focus on his words, you can hear and appreciate his lyricism and pen game!
On the second half, we have FAWK EM. Who delivers a more surreal and in-depth performance featuring introspective visual lyricisms, deeper reflection, and on this track specifically, he shows the listener his ‘bragging’ side with him calling out his haters and wack competition!
I love the diversity between the two MCs. While we see the fast and unstoppable first part, it’s refreshing to transition to a more calm, calculated, and focused pen game in FAWKEM. His trademark sturdy, rough, and precise bars make his verse the more relatable of the two!
On the production side of things, we have .Tetsuo creating his Jazz/Lo-Fi fusion with these delicate keys coming in and out of the beat with those subtle Jazz instrumentation in the background being heard ever so gently and an even more gentle focus on that light drum pattern.
This is the kind of beat you’d play after a hard day of work when you just wanted to relax, become stress-free, and let your mind wander! Also, the kind of beat that could be an hour long and still never get sick of it!
Absolutely phenomenal effort by the two men involved! It’s groovy, soothing, complex, and engaging all in one! Definitely not one to miss!
https://on.soundcloud.com/82IwlmdL6m6hxb1qSw
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