2023 is set to be a massive year for Rella, independent hip-hop talent from Wellington, New Zealand. Having accrued millions of streams last year alone, he is now gearing up for what feels like a major step up in his career. ‘ROCKSTAR’, the rapper’s latest effort, is a wonderful insight into his artistry and unique style. Built over a mere two minutes, the single is a short yet intense gem, channelling all kinds of nostalgia and poignancy into its mellow, nuanced beat. Rella’s lyrical flow is always on point, navigating the piece with calmness and a strategic understatement. The listeners will do the rest, absorbing this emotional concoction of sonic material into their everyday life.
Not only is ‘ROCKSTAR’ backed by a music video directed by and exclusively featured on the popular underground YouTube channel Astari (345M total channel views), but it also features production from multi-talented producer Boyfifty, who has worked with artists such as Lil Tjay, Polo G, Tory Lanez, and Travis Barker. With its raw authenticity of bedroom pop combined with the melodically emotional yet catchy delivery of contemporary rap, ‘ROCKSTAR’ is sure to appeal to a wide range of listeners.
Lyrically, the record is more than just a catchy and emotional song; it’s a story of a relationship that ended in disillusionment. Written by Rella himself, the song is a passionate commitment to his craft and a reflection of the independent artistry that has defined his journey so far.
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