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Atlanta Rapper Maverick Christ Shares Motivational Bop “Ocean Current”

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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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Marz Starlife Makes A Striking First Impression With Healing

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Every once in a while, a debut comes along that doesn’t just introduce an artist – it reveals a soul. Marz Starlife’s first EP, Healing, is exactly that. It’s raw, it’s heartfelt, and it doesn’t pretend to have everything figured out. Instead, it leans into the messiness of real life – the mistakes, the heartbreak, the isolation – and tries to make sense of it all through music. Born in Jamaica, raised in the UK, and now back on the island, Marz brings a cross-cultural perspective to his storytelling, but at the heart of Healing is something deeply human: the need to reckon with the past in order to move forward.

Across the project’s standout tracks, Marz doesn’t hold back. In Bad Memories, he opens up about years lost to incarceration, fractured relationships, and the weight of regret. “Spent four birthdays locked up, baby remember me please,” he raps, in a tone that’s both matter-of-fact and aching. The production stays subdued and moody, letting the lyrics breathe. There’s no glorification of the streets here, only reflection. He admits to being young and caught up in the chase for fast money, but he also shows growth, making it clear that he’s not the same person he once was. It’s a track that lingers, not because it tries to be flashy, but because it feels real.

The title track, Healing, is where everything clicks. Marz taps into something almost spiritual as he raps, “I turn pain into power, darkness to light.” The song is layered with poetic lines and subtle emotional shifts, balancing toughness with tenderness. There’s a determination to rise above, even when the scars still sting. He reflects on his upbringing, his time in the streets, and the inner battles he continues to fight. “No shrink can understand how I’m feeling,” he says, and honestly, it’s hard not to believe him. The pain here is too specific, too lived-in. But instead of letting it swallow him, he uses it to fuel something greater.

What’s refreshing about Healing is that it doesn’t try to fit neatly into any one genre or narrative. Marz blends elements of UK hip-hop, Jamaican rhythm, and emotional rap into something that feels uniquely his own. He’s not here to be the loudest or the flashiest; he’s here to be honest. And in a world full of over-produced, over-polished music, that honesty stands out.

With Healing, Marz Starlife has given us more than a debut; he’s given us a mirror into his journey, and maybe even our own. Whether you’ve lived through similar struggles or are just someone who appreciates music with depth and heart, this EP is worth your time. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t linear, but it’s possible, and that sometimes telling your story is the most powerful thing you can do.

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