MUSIC: 7/24/18 Way Back by Yvng Marcus in Collaboration with Yung Tago

Yvng Marcus seemingly came out of nowhere the past two weeks to drop 3 amazing songs. At this rate, it seems like an EP or mini-album might be around the corner. I got the opportunity to interview him; and when asked the question why he doesn't expand his music to soundcloud, Yvng Marcus responded with "I ain't trying to be no soundcloud rapper cuh". Despite his breakthrough appearance on the rapping stage, he has yet to post music videos for any of his music, the standard societal requirement for any song to be popular. That is why I am using my platform to announce that I have been given the offer to direct Yvng Marcus's Music Video for Way Back, which is why I have to review it.

The song starts off with 20 seconds of slow instrumental, brought to you by Yung Tago, the artist who created the beats in collaboration with Yvng Marcus. This may confuse some viewers who want the song to dive into the lyrics, but this opening is symbolic of the song's message, how time is flying way too fast and sometimes he just wishes he could slow down and go back.

Then he hops in right on beat. And after his first bar, Yung Tago has incorporated a tape rewinding sound effect that is absolutely jaw dropping. It was well timed and added to the nostalgic effect of the song.

Some of the lyrics he chooses are well...iconic to say the least. Here is a sample of some of them. "Had a family it was all good momma was cookin dad was singing we was the perfect family" and "now I'm here on my knees mopping the floors until I bleed". While unusual, they seem to be used in effect of creating nostalgia.

Overall Yvng Marcus sends a powerful message with his second out of three recent releases. This reviewer looks forward to the Music Video.