Hip-Hop
SweetCandy! heals wounds and opens hearts with soulful single “Last Note To Dad”
SweetCandy!’s “Last Note To Dad” is a piece of her soul, a letter she never had the opportunity to write as a child, and something of a therapy that took years to come out. A summer banger, the single contemplates the extremely personal experience of being raised without a father, leaving invisible scars that continue to exist in one’s inner child. SweetCandy! recounts that the song was born of the pain she kept to herself for much of her life.
Eventually, her father returned when she was older, and she granted forgiveness, but not before she confronted the little girl who had wanted nothing more than a dad’s love and company. “Last Note To Dad” is her way of giving that child a voice. The song projects the feeling of an open diary entry wrapped in melody. The rawness of SweetCandy!’s vocal delivery makes it evident that this is about the truth. Listeners are brought into a practically sacred moment, as if hearing a private conversation between a daughter and her absent father. What makes “Last Note to Dad” so powerful is its universality. The pain of absence, the difficulty of forgiving someone who has hurt you, and the bravery it takes to recognize your inner child.
It’s an acceptance of pain combined with the courage to go into battle. SweetCandy! achieves the delicate balance of vulnerability and empowerment, giving fans a healing storyline as well as herself. “Last Note To Dad” is as intimate as a journal entry and as ringing as a universal song of healing. “Last Note To Dad” is closure, it’s therapy, and it’s proof that music can say what words sometimes can’t. This release solidifies SweetCandy! becoming, in cricket vocabulary, not just a run scorer but also a guy who shares with others the damage he absorbs so that it’s not accumulated as baggage.
Artist Spotlight
El Vrother turns negativity into strength on new single “My Biggest Fan”
“My Biggest Fan” is a powerful, insightful, and surprisingly uplifting song. It’s a Latin-infused hip-hop anthem that puts a new spin on turning negativity into strength. El Vrother’s latest track is about redemption, growth, and being real.
This was inspired by a real-life event in which a listener admitted to posting hateful comments about El Vrother’s work for years before becoming a steadfast supporter. The ironic and human change gave the song its creative spark, and El Vrother didn’t get back at anyone or ignore the problem. Instead, he turned it into art, which shows that even anger can change when faced with honesty and sincerity.
The song has a unique sound that is both authentic and powerful, blending sharp Latin rhythms with a hip-hop foundation. His story shows how music that comes from real struggles, real life, and real feelings can have a significant effect. It is an artistic position that runs counter to the negative trends common in modern music charts. “My Biggest Fan” is a statement that authentic storytelling will always be important.
El Vrother uses the song to show that music can change people’s minds, break down walls, and start real change. He thinks of the song as proof that music can change how people feel. This is a response to the widespread culture of hate online. El Vrother improves the conversation in “My Biggest Fan” and gives us a piece with purpose, a beat, and an effect.
Artist Spotlight
J’mall soars to new heights with new release “Ivory Towers”
Fans can get a taste of J’mall’s growing artistry with his new single, “Ivory Towers,” alongside his second album, “More That Meets The Eye,” set for release on November 7, 2025. This third part builds on the success of his other two works, “Peripheral” and “More For Me.” It begins to paint a fuller picture of an artist seeking meaning, self-reflection, and strength.
“Ivory Towers” is a mindset, and J’mall tells a story about healing, choosing hope over pain, and learning to view life from a higher perspective. He uses pain as a foundation for growth and understanding. The title means overcoming chaos, trauma, and uncertainty to see life with renewed hope.
The track skilfully blends openness and strength, demonstrating that J’mall can transform his own life into stories that resonate with others. The song discusses how difficult things are for him, but it never gives up. Instead, it encourages people to become more aware by telling them to keep moving forward, maintain their faith, and continue to grow.
“Ivory Towers” is an excellent example of how much J’mall has grown as a musician and as a person since the release of his first LP, G.R.I.T.S (The Gift Resides Internally Therefore Shine), in 2023. J’mall shares a point of view that makes us want to see life from a place of peace, strength, and possibility.
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