Chilly piano and fervent strings complement a gripping vocal precision on “PROSPERITY,” showcasing a strong hip-hop sound from Proklaim. Catching our ears earlier this year with the track “STARFALL,” the Namibia-based artist achieves a moody sound that excels in its fast-paced verses’ contemplation and soulful “sunshine, moonlight,” central hook.
Alongside the compelling, atmospheric beat, “PROSPERITY” presents raw emotion in its lyricism — taking inspiration from recent events, and particularly the arrest of hip-hop mogul Sean Combs. “Lost in the ocean, led by the stars,” the opening vocals intrigue, exuding a clinging onto hope and Proklaim’s vocals emerge with a call to “tell my people we’re free,” as the ravishing strings emerge. Further references to self-built empires and the dichotomy of sunshine/moonlight — “it’s all a day,” — further the commentary, how life “is all about the four stages.” “PROSPERITY” compels in its overall melodic drive and lyrical contemplation on societal truths and personal power.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Hip-Hop’ Spotify playlist.
We discovered this release via MusoSoup, as part of the artist’s promotional campaign.
