Stimulus – “sEMi”
Is keeping it less than 100 the realest thing you can do? Berlin-by-way-of-Brooklyn rapper Stimulus makes the case that the ways in which you aren’t 100% are what define you, make you unique, and ultimately empower you.
He kicks off the track trying to push away self-doubt with the line “I got woes. And they keep me on my toes…keep my mind off these ‘no’s.” His identity gains focus line-by-line throughout the track, realizing that no one is really 100% at all times.
London area producer K, LE MAESTRO creates a masterful confluence of sounds to support Stimulus’ rapping. Twinkling piano, civil rights samples, and a steady raindrop drum rhythm pace Stim’s reflections on his imperfections – being “semi.” Fans of Joey Bada$$, Bas and modern, introspective hip hop are going to vibe with “sEMi.”
Stimulus’ art direction is also super tight – take a quick spin through his recent tracks on Spotify and take a second to appreciate the artwork. You can listen to “sEMi” on our Underground and Emerging Hip Hop Playlist – freshly curated every week.
Categorised in: New Music
This post was written by Matt Moretti