Bethebestmg turns pain into strength with "Poor & mad" [Review]

Fast-rising artist Bethebestmg is no stranger to intertwining raw emotion with intelligent lyricism, and his latest single, "Poor & mad," feels like both an intimate cry-out and a reflection of society. "Poor & mad" is a human kind of rage that stems not from chaos, but from clarity, and the band channels it like no one else. A message in the madness, but not whispered, more like screamed, rhymed, and chanted until it reverberates.

Beyond the rich lyrics, what sets this track apart is the seamless blend of meaning and groove. The beat itself pulses with a street-level energy, but it's interwoven with the kind of pop-rap accessibility that brings a broader demographic into the mix. It's clean, but the sound is a live wire that adds a gritty background for each word.  "Poor & Mad" is a state of mind. It captures a generation straddling the line between survival and self, between endurance and fury. Bethebestmg does not just speak to themselves, it speaks to us, with us, and through us.

At a point where mainstream hip-hop frequently sacrifices substance for style, Bethebestmg takes the path less travelled and takes both. It is a wake-up call and an emotional gut punch when you possess enough courage to own your truth, no matter how hard it is to hear. If you are a hip-hop purist or simply enjoy singing along to music with substance and authenticity, Bethebestmg wants you to listen to the above before listening to music or the world.