Repping the distinctively vibrant Vancouver, BC, consider yourself lucky to be acquainted with the freshest talent in town who goes by the artistic moniker Saint Roc. He is explosive and still measured, confident, and assertive with a versatile style that is inspired by his daily life happenings as well as of those around him. For him, music is his soul, an extension of who he is as a person, and as such, he is not doing this for fame or clout when he is in the studio; it is when he is most alive, speaking his mind, and if whatever comes off of it has a positive impact on the listener, even better! In an era where the authenticity of hip-hop has been heavily questioned and contentiously debated, Saint Roc simplifies the answer with the integrity and originality that he likes to be associated with.
What a better advert than that heartfelt delivery he unleashes in “Still Mine.” This is so much more than just a rap song—it is an honest expression from his heart, delivered like a sincere conversation with surgical precision. Here, he confronts the reality of a young, ambitious African-American navigating systematic obstacles and prejudice from those who see themselves as ‘better’ than him!
The track’s gentleness, mellowness, and introspective quality give the jam a nostalgic allure, reminiscent of old-school boom-bap hip-hop as the contemplative tone allows for the lyrical expressiveness of Saint Roc to thrive as he lays his soul on these beats, creating an emotionally irresistible connection with the listener.
Confident, bold, and emotive, Saint Roc delves deep into his artistry, how he has forged his path from absolutely nothing, putting his heart and soul and all the loneliness that comes with this unwavering focus and relentless hard work to fuel his passion. His words are precise and sincere, as he seamlessly transitions from one verse to the next, beautifully merging his own tales of resilience with the never-ending tales of racism, disrespect, and ridicule people like him have always been subjected to—always underappreciated, overlooked, and marginalized!
“Still Mine” is the heart and soul of an artist whose resilience has continued to spark and thrive despite the obstacles set in his way. Let this jam inspire, empower, and uplift you exactly the same way it will captivate and entertain you!
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