As the backdrop, Alc opts to pull back and let the sample capture an atmosphere, an exercise in minimalism that may be an acquired taste to some. Yet Earl and Navy Blue are no strangers to such instrumentals, and both parties effortlessly float as they trade bars over the triumphant loop. “Depths of the man that I was from the start, stay next to the fam, got a place in my heart chest,” begins Blue, before Earl tags in to continue the scheme. “The rest of the plan got scrapped when I landed, invested in arts,” spits Sweatshirt. “I do less when I stretch before I hit the bar.”

Set to be included as part of Alchemist‘s upcoming EP This Thing Of Ours (April 30th), “Nobles” should bring joy to anyone who appreciates the art of lyricism. Check it out for yourself now, and stay tuned for more news on the producer’s upcoming musical endeavors.

QUOTABLE LYRICS

Life sweet when you know the cause
Thousand-yard stare, I was looking sauced
Smoker’s cough, ash in the air
Not scared when we send ’em off
That’s life, black plight, can’t get along

Blue
Earl