Bringing his sonic vision alive from the Namibian city of Windhoek, Proklaim is a talented artist who’s hip hop offering has struck a chord with fans around the world. Born in Uganda and raised in Zambia, Proklaim brings a global context to the international hip hop scene, infusing his music with a unique voice and beats inspired by his diverse upbringing.
Influenced by a mix of hip hop legends such as Wu-Tang Clan, Lauryn Hill, Nas, Tupac, Eminem, Big Pun and Jay-Z, Proklaim channels his multicultural background into his music. Unlike the often superficial themes prevalent in mainstream rap, Proklaim stands out as a socially conscious artist, using his creative works to address profound social issues and conflicts. His impactful approach to music has seen him gain global recognition, with appearances on MTV Bass and a growing fanbase.
Last year was another prolific period for Proklaim, marked by a series of impressive singles that showcased his constantly evolving style. Riding on this momentum, the artist steps into the new year with a further exploration of sounds, blending Afro beats and Amapiano to create a fusion that delivers something entirely new.
Continuing his explosive start to the year, he now brings us another one of his brand new singles with the track titled “Alive,” a blend of hip hop and Afro beats stylings. Turning his creative sights on the Afrobeats genre, he injects his lyrical flair and vocal panache to a style that’s not usually lyric focused.
Opened by bright instrumental pips, and an intricate, tapping groove, Proklaim’s soulful vocal leads enter, repeating the line “You can’t stop what is meant to be yeah.” Dancing guitar flutters add playful funk before the full beat kicks in to set up an infectious rhythm as Proklaim’s rapid vocal flow rolls over the vibrant arrangement.
Brimming with meaningful lyricism, smooth instrumental elements, addictive beats and Proklaim’s distinct vocal delivery, “Alive” adds to his sensational start to the new year. Having already dropped multiple stellar singles, 2024 is gearing up to be another exciting time in the world of Proklaim.
Listen to Alive below
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