Proklaim shares recent track “Valley”

Proklaim, the Windhoek-based hip hop artist, is making waves with his recent single, “Valley”. Born to Ugandan parents and raised in Zambia, Proklaim has been passionate about hip hop from an early age, drawing influence from icons like Tupac, Nas and Jay-Z. Proklaim is interested in socially conscious hip hop and creates meaningful lyricism that addresses social issues and conflicts. His latest track, “Valley”, is no exception.

The song is all about the pursuit of one’s purpose, and Proklaim delivers his trademark profound lyricism over a snapping beat and spacey instrumental tones. Produced by Lu Diaz and mastered by Chris Athens, “Valley” is an impressive showcase of Proklaim’s talent as both a writer and a rapper.

At just under three minutes long, “Valley” wastes no time in grabbing the listener’s attention. The beat is immediately engaging, with a crisp snare and a grooving bassline that sets the pace for Proklaim’s lyrics. His flow is razor-sharp, his delivery confident and assured as he spits lines with a clear sense of purpose.

The instrumental tones on “Valley” are spacey and atmospheric, adding a dreamy quality to the track. They complement Proklaim’s lyrics perfectly, creating a soundscape that feels both introspective and expansive, spinning a sense of momentum and determination that’s impossible to ignore.

What’s impressive about “Valley” is the way that Proklaim manages to address heavy themes like purpose and ambition without ever feeling preachy or didactic, while tapping into universal feelings of confusion and uncertainty. By the end of the song, it’s clear that Proklaim has found his way, and he wants to inspire his listeners to do the same.

Overall, “Valley” is an impressive track from a rising star in the hip hop scene. Proklaim’s talent as a songwriter and rapper shines through, and his commitment to socially conscious lyricism is refreshing in a genre that can sometimes feel shallow and materialistic. If “Valley” is any indication of what’s to come from Proklaim, we can expect big things from this talented artist.

Listen to Valley below