#italian rnb

[ongawdclub]

M y a

[tash-scout]

this cathartic ass playlist

[shawtybaeslayz]

Me+tiramisu =👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩

[gussiemiller]

This is love in #black and #white (I fratelli - our production team) and an #african descendant and an immigrant #italian who formed a friendship of more than 28 years to create art. #brothers #friends #musicians #songwriter #singers #keyboards #producers #programmers #engineers #pop #soul #rnb #radio #2023 (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm6mA3Dr0FR/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[timetravelstudies]

Tagged by my darling and love @cigaretteaunt 🥹❤️

last song: woke up in a 2000s rnb mood so my love dont cost a thing

last book: oooh boy i havent finished a book in so long. Goodreads tells me its still “serious weakness” by porpentine which, lol. lmao. its probably gonna be my next book too if im being honest

last movie: also megalopolis in a videokiki with the crew <3

last tv show: hotd s2 when it came out lol i dont watch tv shows a lot. if you count anime then kare kano this summer :)

sweet/savory/spicy ranked: sweet (bc i cant live without sweet) > spicy (bc its the same thing as savory but with something extra) > savory (which i also love)

relationship status: keeping the score😁

last thing i looked up online: the name of this one fuckass italian writer/“philosopher” whos gonna go to trial for abusing his gf but still got invited at a huge important supposedly “progressive” book event lmao

current obsession: idk if it qualifies as an obsession but im playing slow damage and mostly having a good time im hooked enough on the protag’s mysterious backstory (NC protagonists are always the best part of their stuff lol) and i find myself looking forward to reading/playing more

looking forward to: well like i said playing more SD as soon as my tea is done lol and also my various weekend plans☺️

Tagging nobody bc the extra tumblr time i begged the app to give me is almost up oopsss

[dreamieparadise]

books, musical note, dragon, black heart and shortcake , this one is for the guy!

Omg thank you for remembering my boy (❁´▽`❁)✲ﾟ

📚 BOOKS — what level of education has your oc most recently completed/is currently in (GED, undergraduate, grad school, phd, etc)?

Mukhtar graduated hs and is going to college online! He goes for Business. It's at night! He doesn't want people knowing his business so he lets them think what they want. They tend to think he dropped out! He does look like a troublemaker, huh? [He is.]

🎶 MUSICAL NOTES — what type of music does your oc like? do they listen to music very often?

Mukhtar loves rap, rnb, jazz and blues. Also don't tell anyone he loves Somali music but he doesn't like telling others because they clown him. ┌∩┐(ಠ_ಠ)┌∩┐ Yeah, it's disapora Somali and non-Somali doing that. ((╬●∀●)

🐉 DRAGON — what is your oc's favorite mythical creature?

He's biased but it's jinns! Although...they're real? Wait do they count. If they don't then he loves Sirens...yaaaas ladies, make those men slam into the rocks!!! *snaps fingers*

🖤 BLACK HEART — has your oc killed or seriously wounded anyone before? have they broken someone's heart and/or broken someone's trust?

Mukhtar tries to avoid killing unless absolutely necessary and thankfully has avoided doing that so far.[He has in the future, though] But yeah he has seriously wounded others before. It was self defense every time! Also yes...a trail of broken hearts from men and women follow after him. He's not trying to settle down right now, he's just trying to have a good time!

🍰 SHORTCAKE — what is/are your oc's favorite sweet(s)/dessert(s)?

It's tiramisu for him! His mom is from Mogadishu, a.k.a the part of Somalia that was colonized by the Italians so he has a love for it. His mom made it a lot!

Mukhtar Ishmail

ask meme

[findpenpalsover20]

looking for a pen pal >.<

⋆｡ﾟ☁︎｡⋆｡ ﾟ☾ ﾟ｡⋆

Magda | 22 | Austria | bi | tattoo artist | currently studding Italian and korean

Hi!! my name is Magda and I’m looking for a pen pal! I’ve recently come across my aunts childhood letters which my grandparents send to her when she lived in Rome on her own (mostly handwritten or with a typewriter how cool!!!) It was so sweet and kinda inspired me to wanting to do the same to make some memories and connect with a new friend:) I Would love to write letters with you and talk about our interest or just send any kind of art including drawings, texts or photography hehe

♡

thing I like :

I love learning languages and currently studying some, if you speak Italian or korean I would gladly take this opportunity to improve my skills, I can also help with German :-) 

I watch lots of shows, dramas and anime, also would appreciate some book recommendations. I like almost any kind of music but mostly chill rnb, dnb, rock and Kpop >.<

I also loveeee traveling, so if we do form a nice friendship maybe in the future you can show me around in your hometown and so can I (don’t expect too much tho there is not much to do in my hometown hahahah)

♡

I’m looking forward to our texts and letters!! xx Magda

longinkedhuman 

[please-picturemeintheweeds]

fave tracks off Cowboy Carter?

!!!! I haven’t actually finished it yet! I had a 40 minute drive this morning so I only made it through Most Wanted, and I’ve been busy grant writing all evening, and didn’t feel like I could listen while working because it is SO COMPLEX!! I was literally mouth agape shaking my steering wheel while listening to the run of Jolene through Alligator Tears. Like the way that Jolene is such a familiar song and story, but the way she made it her own and layered harmonies upon harmonies and then Duaghter with the fuCKING ITALIAN ARIA?!!?! MA’AM???? AND SHE KILLED IT LIKE SHE WAS OBVIOUSLY MEANT TO SIGN AN ARIA LIKE THAT WITH HER MIND BOGGLING MELISMAS BUT IT WAS SO FUCKING UNEXPECTED and the way she wove it into the rest of the song AHHHHHHHH AND THEN !!BAM!! RAP! I was astounded and awe struck and very nearly in tears from how seamlessly all of these styles flowed together, and like, I live with a bluegrass musician who nerds out alll the time about the history of country and roots music and RnB and how all of these things come from African music and immigrants working alongside each other and that the death of country was in 2001 when patriotism brand country was the only thing played on radio anymore and ANYWAYS! I thought I was prepared for Cowboy Carter because I know a lot of the history of country and how it truly came from Black culture, but the way that this album is just so unapologetically weird and genre-bending and disco and rap and country and gospel and classical all in one… it blew my mind like I have not recovered even a little bit from it!!! And I’m only half way through! Listening to this album feels like time traveling!!!!!!!!!

but! To your question! Blackbird was another stand out so far- hearing Beyoncé sing it completely transformed the song for me, like gave me such a visceral sensory bodily reaction to what the words Meant and were Written To Mean. Also, 16 Carriages is so so so beautiful and makes me really really appreciate the way that she builds her sound scapes. The whip crack in that one is A Lot, and rightfully so. The cyclical nature of the song, and the story spanning generations and years but also being so grounded in the present!!!! Amazing!!! And I don’t remember which one it was (I was driving) but the way that she sings about her children is so complex and profound- I have a hard time putting myself in the shoes of parents because it’s not something I’ve ever actually desired or seriously contemplated, but there was a line about seeing her child’s face for the first time in her husband that just transported me to that experience in a way that I’ve never experienced through music before. Idk man I just LOVE this album so much, and I am grateful to be witness to her expression. Can’t wait to listen to it over and over for the next three weeks 😭

[rexterjettster]

welcome, lets learn a bit about me.

17 (march 09 07), 4 months until 18. i go by they/it and only they/it. i am an demiromantic omnisexual and identify as agender. i am italian, slavic, and dutch/german. despite being a cultural italian catholic, i am an ex-catholic and an ex-muslim. as of the last edit, i am a hellenic-kemetic pagan. dni zionists i dont like you.

i have a few disablitating conditions, primarily ADD (ADHD-I), consistent bone and muscle pain, and PDD (persistent depressive disorder). all these combined make my life hell :)

i'm a traditional/digital artist, and i primarily draw humans/humanoids, and i am working toward getting my CA class cosmetology license. locked in to being a BS degree radtechnician by 2029-2030! i am also a fan fic writer!

i am a big music geek. some of my favorite bands are rush, van halen, journey (2020's jrnyblr co-ceo), gorillaz, queen, and others i cannot think of. i love prince, michael jackson, moonchild sanelly, bryson tiller, sammy hagar, and repeat what i said before. i listen to everything. from classic and prog rock to bosnian rap to south african hip hop to rnb to the penis beats, i will listen to it.

im a fan of primarily star wars, blue people avatar, spiderverse, sims 4, mlp, bluey, pokemon, and the legend of zelda. i enjoy law and order, breaking bad and better call saul, trailer park boys, the shining franchise, etc etc. i like a lot of shit.

my Discord is currently rexterjettster

my primary side-blogs are @sourceofinfection (not safe for peart) and @sammyhagarsgiganticcock. i run @ask--lysandre because its funny.

my primary tag is #random bullshit post and my now naughty tag is #not safe for peart. my rant/ramble tags are #rex rambles and #rex rants. my ask tag is #ask rexward.

my Ao3 is Counterparts.

that's it for now. i'll reblog this post when i make edits. buhbye.

[kisssatoru]

୨୧ ୨⎯ ABOUT ME ⎯୧ ୨୧

✎… i like to spend my off days reading or writing. sometimes i’ll jump back into an old show like supernatural or vampire diaries (shhh don’t judge me).

✎… i love to sleep, too! once, i slept like 16hrs straight? it was crazy. when i woke up, my entire body hurt but it was worth it (never felt better honestly LOL).

✎… as strong as i tend to come off, i am deathly afraid of confrontation. however, if i have to defend myself, i will. buttt…pretty girls keep the nails ON, okay (plus, my gf fights for me most of the time so shsjsj).

✎… oh! speaking of which, yes. i am pansexual and yes i want gojo to pound me until i’m babbling nonsense, crying and creaming all over his cock.. i just think irl men are gross half the time lol. half are sloppy, hate women and are majorr cheaters. yawn. where’s the women!

✎… i like anything horror and sci-fi. from venom and jake from avatar to ghost face and big papa jasonnn (want them all to absolutely destroy me).

✎… my music taste is just a mix of everything. i’ve noticed as i get older, i tend to listen to more rnb/alt rnb and lofi songs. like pnd, nbdy, yo trane, summer walker, her, sza, bryson t, the wknd, 6lack, nobu woods, rohan, aaryan shah, etc! (notable mentions of tyler the creator, sabrina claudio, dvsn, jhene aiko, lvndvn, asiahn, etc). if it’s not rnb or lofi, i’ve got a lil classical on or even rock. i’m all over the place, but i’m now more of a vibe person heheh

✎… outside hobbies consist of playing tennis, traveling, shopping, swimming, taking scenic pictures (be on my photography bs sometimes—below are some pics i’ve taken btw), dog walking (used to do it all the time ughh can’t wait to get another dog and take them out lots), a little yoga (very relaxing), meditating, etc! (i’m a lil boring but i vibe with a lot of other things, just don’t feel like doing a whole lot all the time shshsj).

(first three are from cali, i miss the beach so much :( and the last one was from…idk but isn’t it niceee, love scenic pics)

✎… currently don’t own any pets (mom has a cat but she’s ofc not mine), but i do want to get a cute little frenchie, a pomeranian, possibly a poodle and def two cats! (thankfully my gf’s cool with lots of pets bc i adore them sooo much).

✎… i also love going to the movies, and eating different foods (one of my favorite foods is japanese/korean food—10/10 chance i’m obsessed but it hasn’t been proven yet so erm…yeh…). love me some italian and mexican food too, oo weeee (can also buss down on some african food, don’t get it twisted!).

✎… on cloudy/rainy days, i like to turn on some good kdramas or japanese dramas. sometimes i’ll find a good bl drama i like, too!

✎… oh, some miscellaneous things about me, i also collect figures, manga, books, etc! i like coffee, tea, rainy/cloudy days, fall & winter, stationary stuff, plushies, makeup (only some since my skin is sensitive to a lot of products hhh), press ons (iykyk), collecting japanese swords, plants, uhhhh and a lot of other stuff i can’t think of right now shjsjs

✎… this is a little collage i made to visually show what my kind of vibe is, ty for reading!

KISSSATORU © 2023. do not copy, modify, or translate my work, and do not post ANY works of mine outside of tumblr.

[digitallyinkedart]

🆕 🕑 Tumblr ~ SUPPORT MY FIRT POST & SHOW SOME LOVE.

#tumblr #tiktok #viral #tiktokviral #spillthetea #funny #follow #newyork #nyc #like #duet #split #likes #hot #rap #hiphop #drill #drillmusic #music #art #artist #tiktokart #tiktokartist #animation #video #animated #cartoon #animatedvideo #edit #edits #fire #sexy #rickandmorty #halloween #2023 #drawing #tiktokviral #iykyk #messy #clip #insta #instafamous #famous #famousart #buy #buy #buynow #forsale #tiktokproducts #producer #graphicdesigner #graphics #gfx #beats #cap #dance #dancing #bounce #live #tiktoklive #brooklyn #queens #newburgh #rapvideo #love #new #numberone #hott #thot #juicy #everubody #everywhere #newnew #tiktoknew #hiphopjunkie #foryou #raptok #foryourpage #hiphopmusic #hiphopculture #hiphopmusic #hiphopsong #rnb #unsignedartist #hiphoppers #hiphopslife #hiphoplove #vh1 #mtv #bet #soundcloud #trapbeats #trapmusic #explorepage #instagood #dj #godj #fire #blue #money #tiktokrnb #tiktokrap #tiktokartists #therapy #theraputic #trending #trendingontiktok #newnewnew #likemyart #followback #trendingartist #newartist #nft #nftartist #sellart #trendingnft #rip #smoke #edit #edits #smokeweed #drugs #sober #trendingart #topchart #topofthecharts #doubleclick #click #newtiktok #newtiktoker #retro #sneakerhead #kicks #tiktokkicks #xxx #solo #digital #ink #paint #painted #tattoo #tatted #italian #black #blacktiktok #mullato #tech #purchace #girls #ass #twerk #tiktoktwerk #mural #trendingallday #likelikelike #view #viewviewview #capcut #cupcutedit #video #picture #livinglegend #promote #promotetiktok #foryou #foryoupage #fyp #duet #viralvideos #trending #comedy #funnyvideos #tiktokchallenge #tiktok #love #like #follow #memes #explorepage #likeforlikes #trending #music #followforfollowback #explore #funny #meme #cute #art #fashion #likes #tiktokers #lfl #followme #repost #robot #urbanartists #graffitiart #streetartists #rickandmorty #rickandmortyart #exploreartist #viralart #vitalartist #ai #artificialintelligents #professionaleditor #exploreart #🤣   #👿 #demon #demonmusic #driptoohard #drip #fluidart #grime #grimeart #lfl #repost #exploretiktok #foryou #foryoupage #fyp #viralvideos #tiktokviral #tiktoktradition #tiktoktravel #memeart #lovegoals #lazy #alliwannado #couchsurfing #pizza #demonhiphop #likeforlike  #followforfollow #virallife #makemeviral #howmanyviews #tiktokmademebuyit #comexychallenge #prank #fashiontiktok #featureme #lol #comedyvideo #justforfun #motivation #storytime #foodlover #food #tiktokfood #workout #lifehack #diy #moments #moneytok #elevatetheordinary

[lunapaper]

METTE’s got her Mama’s Eyes. 

‘I am who I ams… love it or leave it, baby,’ she asserts, fusing slick RnB and club pop exuberance with retro jazz as the singer (who you might remember from the music video for N.E.R.D. and Rihanna’s 2017 single, ‘Lemon’) revelling in her independence while seeking comfort in a mother’s love. And the build-up to the chorus is just spine-tingling... (▰˘◡˘▰) 

‘I was going through something when lockdown hit. I hadn’t seen my mom for 18 months, and the news coming from America felt particularly panicked,’ says Mette Towley (via The Line of Best Fit). ‘I missed my mom, I felt out of pocket. I wanted to see my mama’s eyes. I have her eyes, I feel mirrored by her, I wanted her strength.’ 

Did you know mette is the Italian word for ‘put’? ❀‿❀ 

- Bianca B. 

[binniesoob]

♡ FEBRUARY 23 FAVS ♡

i missed January lol, but! I decided to share my top favourite songs for each month starting from today 😌 it's going to include both kpop and non-kpop songs, i promise i'll try to keep this short :D if you have any recommendations (or you want to comment your favs!) feel free to drop them <3 i added a lil moodboard bcs why not? (the pics are mine eheh)

edit: i made a playlist for this month :)

( KPOP )

▪︎ Fighting (feat. Lee Young Ji) by BSS (seventeen)

SLAPS!!!!!!!!!!!! FIGHTING 💪 HAEYAJI 🖐 FIGHTING 💪 HAEYAJI 🖐 Young Ji in this!!! The stages were so fun, they brought such a nice atmosphere every. single. time. also, them at the circle music awards making everyone dance and enjoy themselves: KINGS BEHAVIOUR!!!

▪︎ Happy Fools by TXT

can't stop replayinggg, puts me in such a good mood <3 she deserves a lot more love tbh!! IN LOVE with beomgyu's line "I'm like a butterfly / a honeybee that only works / even that sky where the sun’s setting / won't know whether it’s pretty"

▪︎ Pull Up by Viviz

me everytime ggs have a mature sexy girlboss moment: SIGN ME TF UP!!! I seriously need to check out their other songs 👀

▪︎ Forever Only by Jaehyun

the amount of times i've replayed this one is ridiculous tbh, it's one of those songs i just never get tired of. and the pop rnb hip-hop type of song i need more of!!! everytime i find one it's a win <3

▪︎ Nap of a Star by TXT

I wrote most txt analyses at night and this was the perfect soundtrack <3 also one of my fav txt songs, makes me feel like i'm wrapped in a tight warm hug 🫂

▪︎ Anywhere But Home by Seulgi

my emotional support during those days i had to face hard past things and all i wanted was to go anywhere but home🚶‍♀️

▪︎ OMG by NewJeans

yes i am still obsessed. yes i am still going 💁🏻‍♀️"oh my oh mmygah yesanghaesseo na" 💁🏻‍♀️

( NON-KPOP )

▪︎10 000 Hours (feat. Justin Bieber) by Dan+Shay

terry's sister wedding happened and it was so sweet and now i'm obsessed with this song and his cover all over again ��💔💖💗💔💖💗

▪︎ Can't Get Enough by Big Time Rush

kendall's falsetto i am ascending ✈ tbh big time rush coming back best thing to ever happen 🤌🤌🤌 i can't wait for the album to drop ahhhh

▪︎ Teach Me How To Love by Shawn Mendes

deepest obsession since janaury. someone get it away from me i can't do this anymore. the only way i can describe this song is:

need me a man like this. anyway. next.

▪︎ Ricordi by Pinguini Tattici Nucleari

italian band makes an entrance! hands down one of their best songs! it's about your lover suffering from alzheimer and the importance of memories. it's heartbreakingly delicate and, at the same time, feels very reassuring to me. love the instrumental and the lyrics so much <3

▪︎ LLYLM by Rosalía

manifesting more songs like this from rosalía bcs i desperately need them 🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯 🧘🏻‍♀️

And this all for this month~

See you in March!

[animusiem]

Billboard USA Exclusion Zone Episode 3 (02/25/2023)

I'm glad that last week's chart is very chill and all that because this week not only we have Rihanna songs here because of Super Bowl, but also there are some Italian songs because of Sanremo (Italian song competition for Eurovision). Let's not waste anymore time we have 18 songs here so strap in!

-----------------------------------------

22. "Lost" by Linkin Park

With Meteora being almost a decade old, Mike Shinoda decided to released basically a B-Side album with this being the lead singles. This song made me realized that Meteora has hold up so well that even its B-side and demo sounds like something that would be released today.

29. "Cenere" by Lazza

Okay we have five Italian songs debuted this week thanks to Sanremo, so I will keep these pretty brief. The first song here is a downbeat dance tune that I would like more if it wasn't for Lazza himself being a non-presence.

32. "Due Vite" by Marco Mengoni

I think out of all the language in the world, Italian language is probably the perfect language to sing ballad in. Beside that, I love the piano here.

42. "Supereroi" by Mr.Rain

Is this guy recording his vocal with an ASMR mic because he's way too close to the mic and mixed so up in the mix. Also did you really have to use a thunderstorm sound effect just because your stage name is Mr.Rain?

71. "Diamonds" by Rihanna

Now we are in the Rihanna portion of the show and ending your performance with this song is kinda inspired, even if I found this song to be overwritten and Rihanna sings like her cheek got stung by a bee.

76. "Facilita Ai" by Ze Felipe

Okay how do I describe this song hmm...Imagine if you make a progressive EDM song but you are DJ Mustard and you only have Brazilian preset on your FL Studio. Take that as you will.

77. "We Found Love" by Rihanna ft. Calvin Harris

Speaking of EDM probably one of the biggest EDM songs of all time. And yet, with how versatile Calvin Harris can be, this is probably his most basic production work ever and yes even more than Summer.

94. "Love On The Brain" by Rihanna

It's kinda interesting how most Rihanna songs that charted in Global Excl US chart this week are either her pop songs or RnB songs...with one big examples that we'll get to. (Though I wish Needed Me charted here)

104. "IL BENE NEL MALE" by Madame

I think our of the Sanremo songs debuted, this song is my favorite. It sounds like early 2010's synthpop songs that emphasis on heavy low end.

126. "Only Girl (In The World)" by Rihanna

And this is probably the best EDM/club Rihanna song. I especially love the soaring chorus with the synth goes one semitone higher in the last chorus.

142. "Stay" by Rihanna ft. Mikky Ekko

This song is boring yada yada yada. The most interesting thing about this song is that the most notable thing that Mikky Ekko has done after this song is making a song for a Netflix series called "A Babysitter's Guide to Monster Hunting".

145. "Fighting" by BSS ft. Lee Young Ji

Okay not gonna lie this song by the special unit for SEVENTEEN is probably the best song debuted this week. It's just a burst of energy through and through and that rap break bruhhhhhh.

152. "La Bebe" by Yng Lvcas

I think the biggest winner for this Winter of 2023 is definitely Mexico with now their reggaeton artist having a hit. Shame that this song is boring.

169. "En La Intimidad" by Emilia X Big One X Callejero Fino

I think if the drum isn't like the biggest thing about this song (literally) I would've enjoyed this song.

172. "Bitch Better Have My Money" by Rihanna

I'm so glad that she brought back this song in the Super Bowl because holy shit this song kinda aged well? Still though this song doesn't suit Rihanna at all lmao. If you wanna hear the good rap Rihanna song go listen to Lemon, her collaboration with NERD

193. "Where Have You Been" by Rihanna

Yeah I don't hate this one as much as the shadowy figure with a piano has led you believe. This is because I played too much of this song on Just Dance 2014 and it became a part of my childhood. Also please Ubisoft work on the deal with Rihanna again thank you.

195. "Tango" by Tananai

This song sounds like a soundtrack to a FPS game about a battle in the Stalingrad and your protagonist is from Soviet Union.

196. "El Gordo Tras El Mando" by Chino Pacas

Okay now I can see why some people don't like this type of music. Why is that basoon (?) mixed so badly in this? This sounds so crispy and in the worst way.

I highly recommend you readers to listen to these songs.

[matcha-lemonade-enthusiast]

who wants to listen to disco b-sides, italian jazz in movies from the 70s (ily piero umilani), french pop, 90s surf/garage punk rock, kpop that absolutely must be from 2008-2018, the literal dalai lama, australian rnb, the entire prince of egypt soundtrack, current top 40 pop, music i cry violently to, and a trap rapper from tennessee. plus the occasional country/bluegrass song.

and yes i am listening to all of this in my kia soul

do not give me the aux . I will make the vibe confusing at best

[thebandcampdiaries]

Zanda Elwood is back with a new album: Amongst Da Khaos

(You can also get the audio version of this article at the bottom of the page)

Zanda Elwood’s album Amongst Da Khaos is a personal reflection on life’s challenges and growth. Rooted in hip-hop, rap, and RnB, it touches on themes like street life, mental health, relationships, and resilience. Zanda uses raw, authentic poetry to explore his experiences, especially focusing on the turbulence and chaos that have shaped him.

The album features 22 songs. This is particularly impressive because it takes a substantial amount of work and effort to make it happen. Long-format releases are really difficult to complete in this day and age, especially as artists are constantly pressured to release singles instead of LPs. There is nothing wrong with releasing singles, but the risk is that fans will miss out on the immersive nature of a full-length listening experience such as a complete album. Zanda decided to really go against the grain with this one, releasing what could be essentially described as a double album. One of the benefits of being able to put out so much music is the ability to showcase different sides of one's artistry and vision. This is most definitely the case of Amongst Da Khaos.

The album emerges from Melbourne’s music scene and represents Zanda’s evolution as an artist, as well has his ambitious take on hip-hop. Starting as a bedroom artist, Zanda grew into the city's vibrant soundscape, where he continues to channel his life struggles into music. The project reflects on how he has overcome various personal battles, making it an immersive listening experience that blends storytelling with emotional depth. Keep reading for song-by-song breakdown.

Amongst Da Khaos (Intro) – Zanda Elwood

The album intro is a mood setter, and it feels like a perfect beginning to this diverse record. The song has a very ethereal sound, with acoustic guitar arpeggio sampled over a punchy beat.

Tummy Tuck – Zanda Elwood, Andrew Simpson

This feature with Andrew Simpson retains a very atmospheric vibe in the intro, but it quickly morphs into a heavy hitter. The urgency of the flow adds to the aggressive edge of the sound, and the articulation of the beat adds a modern touch to this release.

Badman – Zanda Elwood

This song has something different to offer. Zanda showcases his ability to go for a more melodic side and his versatility as a storyteller with lyrics that are very memorable and easy to relate to while still remaining honest and dynamic.

Nada – Zanda Elwood, Slothy

This track features Slothy, and its a return to a darker, moodier sound. The beat has a brooding quality, which matches the intensity of the delivery and the unique touch of this performance.

Forza – Zanda Elwood, Jteazy, Jake Mack, Slothy

The title of this song translates to “strength” in Italian, and it’s indeed another banger with thick bass tones and a powerful mix that sets the bar higher right off the bat. The energy is through the roof and this would be the kind of track that would really kill in a live setting.

Skeleton – Zanda Elwood

"Skeleton" features a more mellow beat adorned with a stunning piano part, where space between the kicks and claps allows Zanda’s vocals to take center stage and showcase his more emotional side. The track has a haunting quality, with melodic ambiance floating over the track’s foundation. Zanda explores darker themes, blending vulnerability with strength, giving listeners a deep, introspective moment.

Talk Right – Zanda Elwood, Lavez, Slothy

This track blends trap rhythms with melodic elements, creating a smooth yet hard-hitting sound. The track retains a very atmospheric feel, but at the same time, the delivery by all artists involved really goes hard, especially as the drum beat takes off and keeps a harder pace.

In To Deep – Zanda Elwood, Loeaze

"In To Deep" has a dreamy, atmospheric beat that contrasts with the sensual and lustful lyrics. There is also room for a tastefully syncopated drum pattern, which is reminiscent of modern Afro-Beat aesthetics.

How You Doin'? – Zanda Elwood

This is perhaps the most catchy and uplifting song on the album. The beat has a true early 2000s vibe, with a funky twist that is reminiscent of production greats such as Timbaland or Dre. The rap flow is impeccable as well, highlighting yet another side of Zanda’s incredible talent and versatility.

Señorita – Zanda Elwood

"Señorita" blends Latin influences with trap, adding a touch of flair to the usual hard-hitting beats, this time accompanied by a clean electric guitar part that adds so much rhythm and melody all at once. The beat strays from the usual 808 type drum machine sound, going for a more uptempo pop vibe that really brings some variety to the album.

Ra-Ta-Tata – Zanda Elwood

The trap beat is punchy, with tight hi-hats and a deep bassline creating a strong foundation for Zanda’s flow. This is perhaps one of the heaviest tracks on the album when it comes to bass content in the mix, as it builds a truly massive wall of sound, while retaining a minimalistic tone.

Early Lemon Berry – Zanda Elwood

This track leans into a more mellow trap beat, but it also showcases Zanda’s respect for the old-school rap scene. The flow has a classic vibe, which really stands out and sets the bar higher, but showcasing that sometimes “less is more.” Zanda’s flow is never flashy, as he know that the genuine content of his lyrics and storytelling is already enough to really make the song special.

Caffine – Zanda Elwood

This song is a heavy hitter, but at the same time it's also a very personal background that gives more insights into the upbringing of this artist.

BLVD – Zanda Elwood, Loeaze

Zanda and Loeaze set out to bring a modern vibe with this one, and the production is really engaging, with a lot of stop-and-go features that make it so dynamic. There are many highs and lows in terms of the track being kind of like a rollercoaster, with different rhythms and melodic parts colliding.

If I Try – Zanda Elwood, Jayden Hope

"If I Try" brings a more melodic element into the mix, with Jayden Hope's vocals adding more depth to the track. The guitars are crisp and expressive, perfectly merging with the rest of the beat, but allowing the vocals to really stand out in this production.

Bad Company – Zanda Elwood

"Bad Company" is a gritty, raw track with heavy bass and another nod to old-school hip-hop. The saturation on the bass drum especially is very tasteful, adding more crunch to the mix, but still allowing the vocals to shine.

Breezy – Zanda Elwood, Jye Simpson, Lil Sknow

Zanda, Jye Simpson, and Lil Sknow deliver some of the best performances on the album. The first verse is crazy, with a lot of sustained phrasing that bring so much energy to the song, without overpowering it. This song brings so much variety to the mix, and it really works.

Know The Pilot – Zanda Elwood, Slothy

Know The Pilot" combines haunting melodies with a heavy but slow trap beat, creating a moody soundscape that contrasts with the aggressive edge of the vocals.

RTS – Zanda Elwood

It’s always impressive when rappers are able to go without an actual drum beat in the intro and keep their groove with their vocals alone: this is exactly what’s happening here, as the vocals really drive this song, keeping a relentless pace even when the beat relaxes.

Lana Del Rey – Zanda Elwood

"Lana Del Rey" stands out with its dreamy tone, with a hooky and soft piano that adds a beautiful texture throughout the mix. The vocals are unique, so expressive, almost like poetry to music.

No, No, No – Zanda Elwood

This is another contender when it comes to being one of the catchiest songs on the album, and it’s one of the release’s best tracks. This is the kind of song that would drive people crazy at a club!

See Through – Zanda Elwood

"See Through" closes the album on a reflective note, with atmospheric synths and a slow trap beat creating a moody vibe. Zanda’s introspective lyrics are as personal as ever, serving as a very intimate yet still powerful ending to this epic album.

To conclude, this album is a monumental achievement that not many rappers, established or up-and-coming, would dare to even attempt. Inspired by artists like ChillinIt, Post Malone, and Jelly Roll, Amongst Da Khaos stands out for its honesty and exploration of real-life situations. It's a documentation of Zanda’s journey and how he’s turned chaos into art.