Toronto rapper/producer lowkey mike released his last single, “ELISSA.” From recording, production, and mixing to mastering and the final touches, it demonstrates his skill in the studio and his independence as an artist.
“ELISSA” lays out a vibe of easygoing introspection draped over textured rhythms and melodics. The emotional tug of the song lies in its simplicity, representing an artist grappling with emotion and experience encapsulated in rhythm, rhyme, and mood.
“ELISSA” is the product of a moment in time when lowkey mike can catch openness without losing flow. His flow is smooth but deliberate, connecting ideas of intimacy, longing, and identity. It’s a track he touches at every level, but it is present overall, from the production tone to the balance of sound. It’s a dedication to an artist who truly does it all, creating music that cuts deep and is easy to relate to.
“ELISSA” also serves as a sneak peek of what to expect from lowkey mike in the future. His storytelling is minimalist yet evocative, and every pause between verses feels deliberately placed. lowkey mike’s “ELISSA“ feels like a breath of fresh air. It’s a diary entry set to rhythm, a moment of vulnerable truth set against beats that will be playing in your head long after.
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