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“VI$ION” by RETROI$AWESOME
Aug
New Jersey-based rapper, RETROI$AWESOME, never fails to use his fire-streaking bars to school the know-it-alls and haters about what it means to go and get it. Additionally, RETROI$AWESOME is transparent through lyrics, often speaking on his prestigious fashion style and personal experiences. His newest track, “VI$ION,” only proves that he keeps an unwavering hustle and is in full focus. For he is ready for whatever comes next.
Born in the urban area of New Jersey, RETROI$AWESOME had to work vigorously and think ahead so he could turn his dreams into a reality. In turn, RETROI$AWESOME found much success and decided to pass along his expertise through music. Elaborating, he says, “My message is always changing. It went from broadcasting my flyness to speaking about what’s going on in the hood every day. Sure, I mixed those two now. But as I get older, I become more conscious.” The last piece of his moniker, AWESOME, stands as an acronym: As We Experience Situations Our Minds Expand. “RETRO” comes from his admiration for the 90’s/2000’s musical styling. Some of his influences include Lil Wayne, Jay Z, Three6Mafia, Dipset, and Mike Jones. Flipping through Retro’s discography, one thing becomes certain; he’s got the rap game on lock. The themes in his music delve into the keys to being confident, his personal experiences, and staying true to yourself.
“VI$ION” is a drill music offering that exemplifies RETROI$AWESOME’s proficient wordplay and ability to coast on any beat. Additionally, “VI$ION” only proves that he doesn’t wait for opportunities and instead creates them. Between lyrics, RETROI$AWESOME calls out the bluff of men who call themselves “trappers,” saying he lived what he raps about. Likewise, the “Aight Bet” spitter reflects on his achievements and the obstacles he hurdled over, which in turn, earned him much success.
“You can’t flex it on the Gram if its rented/cop the Infinity, windows is tinted,” he raps. He then follows with, “Can’t no one but me really say where I’m headed,” and “They be like ‘Richard you ain’t in them streets no more.’ Sorry that shit is pathetic.”
Moving forward, RETROI$AWESOME will debut a feature-film called AWE$OME sometime in 2020. The flick will explore the backstory of a talented young artist who is gifted a magical coin that grants his deepest wish.2020. The flick takes place as a duel set collection, including the original soundtrack by the artist.
“VI$ION” is accompanied by a visual which sees RETROi$AWESOME flexing with his swaggiest attire while making moves on-the-go.
Watch the music video for “VI$ION” by RETROI$AWESOME below: