Get ready, hip-hop fans! Isaiah Rashad is making his highly anticipated return, and he’s giving us a taste of what’s to come. Just days before his new album drops, the Chattanooga artist has blessed us with a brand new freestyle, adding fuel to the already growing excitement.
A Soulful Freestyle: ‘Dirty Words’
Rashad shared his latest track, titled ‘Dirty Words,’ on his Instagram page. The freestyle features a soulful sample layered over a classic boom-bap beat, providing a perfect canvas for Rashad’s introspective lyrics. While it might not be featured on the upcoming album, it offers a compelling glimpse into the thematic direction of his new project.
Based on ‘Dirty Words’ and the official lead single ‘SAME SH!T,’ it seems Rashad is delving into both personal struggles and broader societal issues. On ‘SAME SH!T,’ he raps about maintaining focus on life’s essentials: ‘Just livin’ how I live, I made this in my crib / Just focused on my meals, my plate, estates / My grass, my fam’, the path, the math, the yams.’ This suggests an album rooted in reflection and grounding.
The Highly Anticipated Album: ‘IT’S BEEN AWFUL’
The wait is almost over for Rashad’s third studio album, ‘IT’S BEEN AWFUL,’ set to hit streaming platforms this Friday, May 1st. This release marks the end of a nearly five-year drought since his last album, ‘The House Is Burning.’ Fans have been eagerly awaiting this comeback, and the anticipation is palpable.
Compared to his previous work, ‘IT’S BEEN AWFUL’ will feature a more concise list of collaborators, including Dominic Fike, SZA, and Julian Sintonia. This focus on fewer features allows Rashad’s distinct voice and lyrical style to shine through. With 16 tracks, the project is tied for his second-longest album, just shy of his 2016 classic, ‘The Sun’s Tirade.’
A Testament to Patience and Craft
Rashad’s five-year gap between albums, while lengthy, seems to have been used for careful crafting. He previously expressed a desire to avoid such long breaks, but the result is likely to be a well-thought-out project that reflects his artistic growth. Given his consistent quality, fans have high expectations for ‘IT’S BEEN AWFUL.’
- Isaiah Rashad released a new freestyle titled ‘Dirty Words’.
- The freestyle offers a glimpse into the themes of his upcoming album.
- His new album, ‘IT’S BEEN AWFUL,’ drops on May 1st.
- This marks his return after a nearly five-year hiatus.
- The album will feature a limited number of guest artists.
Are you excited for Isaiah Rashad’s new album ‘IT’S BEEN AWFUL’? What did you think of the ‘Dirty Words’ freestyle? Let us know in the comments below!
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