Dylan Cartlidge shines bright with "The Greatness" [Review]

Dylan Cartlidge has other ideas in a world that often tells you to shrink so you can fit, as proclaimed in his latest track, "The Greatness." It's the third single from his upcoming album, "Lucky Shot." It whispers self-worth and a soul-funk groove you can't help moving to. Co-written and produced by Eg White, the genius behind hits for Adele and Florence + The Machine, "The Greatness" is a glorious, light-footed party for the perfectly odd. It's bursting with character, cramming in-jokes, clever wordplay, and punchy, retro pop culture references into every beat. But the infectious rhythm belies the depth beneath the bounce.

There is a rawness and authenticity to the way he, through the telling of his story of triumph over trauma, addiction, and a childhood spent in the care system, emerges not just whole but excelling. "The Greatness" derives its emotional weight from that journey. It's a lived experience with a deep soul and slimy, sexy swagger. The chorus lands like a mantra that no matter if the world doesn't see your value, you're still "the money." It's a bold, empowering statement that greatness is claimed from within. This is Dylan stripped down, the everyman who knows his value, using his outcast status as his greatest weapon.

"The Greatness" is a punchy mixed drink that breaks the barrier between nostalgia for funky retro and progressive pop. It crackles with energy and confidence but never forgets its rooted, human center. Dylan's iconic voice and irresistible charm give the track the sense of a friend rooting for you. If this is where Dylan Cartlidge starts with "Lucky Shot," we're in for something special. "The Greatness" is a self-worth anthem that celebrates being unapologetically yourself. And this message, at a time like this, could not be more timely or necessary. With "The Greatness," Dylan is not just singing about what it means to be great but also demonstrating it.

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