King Royal proves why he is a breath of fresh air in the current hip-hop scene with the release of his new single, "How Deep," featuring rising artist AzChike. Born and raised in California's Inland Empire, King Royal is creating experiences, and this track is a lesson in how to tell a story with your sound. The beats are fine melodically and rhythmically, and, from the opening scene, transport you on a musical odyssey that challenges notions of what a rapper's music should sound like.
King Royal's vocal style slides effortlessly from one cadence or style to the next with a precision that demands attention. Every bar there feels intentional, each verse a snapshot of the truths and the contradictions of a world spinning outside of control. His storytelling is thought-provoking, challenging you to consider life, society, and the personal depths through which we all wade. AzChike's guest verse is a perfect complement to King Royal's undeniable ability to bring something new while staying in his own lane. Their voices create a lovely fusion dance atop one another, providing a dual-layered texture for "How Deep," which feels intimate and wide-reaching at the same time.
And aside from the technical ability he has, what separates him from the rest is his commitment to the purity of Hip Hop. He makes music that dares you to be better, that encourages you to listen on the inside. Diverse verbiage and stylistic changes mixed in with the beat selection keep you listening, caught between the draw of the rhythm and the weight of the story. King Royal is not only carving out his own legacy, but he is also pushing the culture forward while proving that hip hop can be musically inspiring and intellectually rewarding.
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