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Atlanta Rapper Maverick Christ Shares Motivational Bop “Ocean Current”
Atlanta rapper Maverick Christ has released his new single, “Ocean Current”. The rising independent rapper has been going from strength to strength since bursting on the scene a few years ago and has had an impressive start to 2022. His previous release, “Moving Light Speed”, has already accumulated 100,000 streams on Spotify alone after only being released a few months ago. And sure to capitalise on his growing momentum, “Ocean Current” looks set to be another success.
“Ocean Current” highlights several assets of Maverick Christ that make him stand out, such as the uniqueness of his voice and ability to vary his flow while sitting right in the pocket of each beat. When combining his dynamic and versatile cadence with his insightful and introspective lyrics and a hard-hitting trappy hip-hop beat, “Ocean Current” makes for a great listen.
Speaking further on the new release and how it came about, Maverick says: “I was by the ocean and thinking of many things that I’ve overcome on my way to this point. In the lyrics, I say: ‘Current heavy can’t deter it feed it watch it grow / Invest my time in getting stronger flexing and it shows.’ The track is about overcoming obstacles and investing your time in the things that make you grow as a person in all ways and letting people know where you came from and what you’ve overcome. It’s lifting yourself up and building and riding your wave no matter what anyone says or who tries to stop you.”
With such a strong start to the year and with no plans of slowing down anytime soon, expect to see and hear a lot more from Atlanta Rapper Maverick Christ in 2022. He has more singles lined up for release and undoubtedly will be one to watch. “Ocean Current” is available to buy/stream now on all platforms: https://hypeddit.com/maverickchrist/oceancurrent.
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North London’s 4t9 isn’t just stepping into the UK rap scene – he’s kicking the door wide open with his debut single, “Freedom”. Blending hard-hitting drill beats with motivational lyricism, 4t9’s arrival feels bold, intentional, and impossible to ignore. While drill music often leans on themes of street life and bravado, “Freedom” carves out its own lane, focusing on self-belief, focus, and determination.
From the opening bars, 4t9’s delivery is sharp and direct. His tone carries a hunger that feels authentic, as he weaves between gritty observations and personal affirmations. The hook – “It’s been about freedom, it’s been about racks” – becomes a powerful mantra, embodying 4t9’s belief in chasing success on his own terms. There’s no reliance on empty bravado here; instead, 4t9 taps into the mindset of someone who’s faced challenges but refuses to let them define his path.
His verses showcase a knack for clever wordplay. Lines like “In Paris riding the metro / I’ve been wavy from the get-go / I still compete and I get gold / That’s the 9 on me like Crespo” highlight his ability to blend cultural references with sharp storytelling. He paints pictures of grind and grit, but it’s always laced with a forward-thinking attitude.
The track’s production matches this energy, with a brooding instrumental that balances dark, rolling basslines with crisp percussion. It’s the kind of beat that demands attention, creating the perfect backdrop for 4t9’s powerful delivery. Meanwhile, the track’s structure keeps momentum high, with the hook acting as a grounding point that ties the themes together.
Adding to the track’s impact is its visually striking music video, directed by ODXC. The visuals mirror the song’s intensity, capturing 4t9’s commanding presence as he delivers each bar with conviction. The sleek visuals, combined with the track’s unrelenting energy, make “Freedom” feel like a real statement piece.
With this debut release, 4t9 shows he’s not here to follow trends – he’s here to create his own lane. His blend of raw authenticity, sharp lyricism, and motivational energy makes this debut impossible to overlook. If “Freedom” is just the starting point, there’s no telling how far 4t9’s ambition will take him.
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