: A deep bass line enters to introduce the core groove.
: Novelist’s delivery starts steady and gathers "pace and power" as the song progresses, reflecting the "grinding" nature of the journey he describes. The 20 best songs of January 2022 : A deep bass line enters to introduce the core groove
The song follows a specific sonic progression intended to mirror its message: It challenges the notion that an individual is
: Bandleader Femi Koleoso describes the track as a "tale of how we are consistently on the quest for greatness, and how we are more than just that journey—way more". It challenges the notion that an individual is defined solely by their work or productivity. “The marriage of grime and jazz started for
: Novelist contributes "conscious lyrics" and "street wit," delivering lines such as "Success is action met with best intentions" . His verses emphasize intentionality, integrity, and personal growth over superficial hype or materialistic gains.
“The marriage of grime and jazz started for us when we'd play covers of JME instrumentals”, explains Ezra bandleader Femi Koleoso. Nialler9·Earl Sweatshirt More Than A Hustler | Ezra Collective & Novelist - Bandcamp
: The track is part of Ezra Collective's ongoing experiment in merging London's jazz and grime scenes. This "marriage" began when the band started playing covers of JME instrumentals, leading to previous collaborations like "Quest For Coin II". Musical Journey