When hip-hop meets heart, stories like PIVE’s “Father Figure” emerge—stories that stay with you long after the beat fades. Released in July 2022, the music video for this emotional tribute continues to resonate, especially as we approach the 3-year anniversary of his father’s passing on June 5th.
The track starts with these solemnly sentimental piano melodies, setting a poignant tone before PIVE makes an entrance, backed by deep percussive hip-hop beats. His delivery is raw, real, emotional, and touching as he reminisces, bares his sad soul, and talks about the man his father was—a role model who molded him into the man he is. This tune captures the pain of loss, the wanting to see him again, share conversations, and laugh together, as the soulfully intimate music video captures the somber mood perfectly. It features PIVE performing on a mic, and past videos and photos of him, his father, and his mother blend nicely to echo the lyrics’ depth.
What really sets this video apart is its sincere visual storytelling. Talk about the intimate setting of PIVE spitting bare-truth bars into a mic, backed by moody piano and booming drums that match his emotional intensity. But it’s the home footage, photos, and family clips woven throughout that hit hardest—moments that aren’t staged or styled but real and lived. The video is not just a celebration of a man—it’s a monument.
As the last scene fades out, viewers hear the voice of PIVE’s father giving a heartfelt speech at his son’s wedding. It’s tear-inducing, beautiful, and painfully permanent.
For those navigating grief, longing, or simply missing someone they loved, “Father Figure” serves as a cinematic balm for the soul. This is how hip-hop heals.
It is at this juncture that I invite you to share in PIVE’s grief by watching this music video and adding the jam to your playlist to serve as your solace when you most need it.
Check out PIVE’s website, www.piveiwillforeverbe.com for more info.
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