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How Oddisee Embraces Life’s Chaos and Blessings In Fueling His Purpose
The producer and emcee known for his profanity-free yet incredibly poignant lyricism opens up about touring and crafting a soul-stirring new EP, ‘And Yet Still.’
Veteran DIY rapper and producer Oddisee, born Amir Mohamed el Khalifa, has carved out a unique space in the music industry by blending thoughtful lyricism with a resilient outlook on life. Speaking to Oddisee over Zoom before he performed in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, during his Asia tour, the D.C. native discussed connecting to multi-generational fans worldwide through real-world commonalities. The six-track project has Oddisee experimenting with various sounds, including Drill music on “Improve” and Yacht Rock on “Give Way” while making sure day one fans are taken care of on “Live From The DMV.” However, two tracks, “World On Fire” and “Thankful For,” serve as the emotional heart of And Yet Still.
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