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A Subtle Reminder

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As a creative, sometimes you go through times where you don't feel as confident in your work as you normally do. I wrote this song as a reminder of all I've accomplished as an indie rapper despite never having the resources a lot of my peers had. You have to be your own biggest cheerleader.

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Never thought I’d live to see my fourth decade
To express the thoughts organized in my left brain
Now I’m feeling like I got the game in checkmate
Grandmaster, stand back it’s all gas like methane
An OG but still feel like a young buck
Me and Sharp Cuts stay connected like nunchucks
Some of y’all probably think it’s just dumb luck
Cause you didn’t see the work that I put in on the come up
Now It’s grays in the beard. Power moves with no fear
Kinda weird when I think of what it took to get here
Never had a blueprint. Made it up as I went
Most times I never made nearly as much as I spent
Sent a message in a bottle to myself as a reminder
When times rough, treat yourself a little kinder
Find your own slice of heaven in a way you can believe it
When an opportunity for greatness comes you better seize it

It’s just a subtle reminder
Note to self

Regardless who’s on top, you are that dude
Calm under pressure when those others lack couth
A natural. Spent some time carrying the capitol
Spread your wings and now only the elite can rap with you
Cut a couple ties so you could do what you had to do
Inspiring your peers and the generation after you
The see it but won’t say it
Glad my career ain’t depend on their validation
Never had smoke cause I ain’t the one to play with
Just know I’m top five in every possible ranking
Their favorites came and went but I’m still making progress
They tried to follow trends but they fade away regardless
But here I am far better than I’ve ever been
Won half my battles just by putting effort in
I’ve been through it all. Leveled up accordingly
And despite the odds, I became what I was born to be

It’s just a subtle reminder
Note to self

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from A Subtle Reminder, released April 19, 2023
Lyrics: Mallz
Beat: Sharp Cuts
Mixing and Mastering: Sharp Cuts
Recorded at Sharp Cuts' studio, Cary, NC

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Originally from northeastern North Carolina, Mallz has called Raleigh home since 2010 & has been a staple in the state's indie hip hop scene. His tireless work ethic and DIY attitude has brought him success with an extensive catalog - three mixtapes, five LPs and 12 EPs. He's collaborated and shared stages with artists like Rapper Big Pooh, Nappy Roots, Cappadonna, and many more. ... more

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