Ghostface Killah is releasing the highly anticipated follow-up to his 2000 album Supreme Clientele, titled Supreme Clientele 2, on August 19. The new single, 'Rap Kingpin,' exemplifies his return with a mix of raw lyricism and classic samples. The track features a warped sample from his own work integrated with Eric B. and Rakim's influence. Ghostface maintains his sharp wordplay and unique style through innovative lines. He focuses on revisiting a mindset rather than recreating his legacy, emphasizing the love for past artistry while refreshing the sound to connect with listeners anew.
It's been over two decades since Supreme Clientele made its mark with surreal bars, heavy soul loops, and Ghost's unmistakable delivery. Fast forward to now, and the Staten Island icon hasn't lost a step. 'Rap Kingpin' leads with eerie confidence-anchored by a warped sample of his own 'Mighty Healthy' layered over the whistling grit of Eric B. and Rakim's 'My Melody.' It's a sonic hat-tip to his roots, but with fresh energy that makes it clear this isn't just nostalgia for nostalgia's sake.
Rather than chase trends or outdo his own legacy, Ghostface is tapping back into a mindset. In his words, 'Supreme Clientele was a frame of mind and era in time. You could never duplicate that feeling, but you can tap back in.' That mindset is evident in the musical direction of 'Rap Kingpin,' which pulls from old files, reworked ideas, and a production style rooted in his golden era sound.
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