It’s his time

Yeezir is finally 21. The kid from Otjiwarongo got signed by Carlito to Ynot Records and the rest, as they say, resulted in a very good album.This project – aptly titled ‘21’ - is more of a backpacker-meets-the-club-scene album than just a regular one-lined album. Yeezir has substance and storytelling ability. Track for track, his beat selection is on point and so is his feature selection, which gives the album some much-needed range. Yes, he’s got hits, and the way he delivers his lyrics is refreshing (or is it nostalgic?) The album was mainly produced by Kalo On The Beat and features Page from Ethnix, Ms Gideon, KP Illest, Lioness, Gazza, Ian Lovly, Mega and Adoration Hope Choir. It boasts 14 songs, all carrying Namibian themes and experiences. Some of the best rap joints‘Ballers’, ‘Too Much’, ‘Ila Apa’, ‘La Vida Loca’ and ‘In The Ghetto’ are the tracks you will definitely love on this project. ‘Silent Hero’ featuring KP Illest and ‘Company’ featuring Lioness must be some of the best rap joints I’ve heard this year. On ‘In The Ghetto’, it’s clear Yeezir is proud of his path in life and where he is from. This pride is in line with all he has accomplished and all he has yet to achieve. On the song, he encourages youth living in ghettos anywhere in the world to follow their dreams no matter what, and to never stop believing that they can accomplish great things with hard work. Lacks diversitySonically, the album lacks diversity. But, having attended the album listening session, the artist explained that this is his sound and that he’s sticking to it, and I’m not even mad at it. There’s little I can say to discredit ‘21’ because from start to finish, it feels like going on an intriguing journey into a world Yeezir has created. Thoughtful, cleverly put together and full of lyrical gems, you cannot ask for a better debut. Rating: 4.5/5

It’s his time

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