YDV adds pop to hip-hop on his latest single "Where I stay"

YDV is an independent artist and music producer based in the Bay Area, San Francisco, USA. Your Desire’s Vault blends the genres of Hip-hop, Pop, Rap and EDM to create his own unique sound. He has been releasing music consistently since 2019 and built up an extensive discography of Singles and Eps. His latest release “Where I stay”

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YDV makes evident in his vocal performance his deep-rooted loyalty to hip-hop and rap but the resistance to lean into it completely makes space for the more Pop and EDM elements on the track. The flow that he taps into, especially in the pre-chorus sections makes the listener feel like YDV is in his element. The percussion is heavy and goes along with the dominating vocals, which I thought was an interesting choice. I Personally really enjoyed the instrumentation at the beginning of the track as it sets up a very soothing, synth-heavy and echoed out ambience. The short track has a mellow bridge, post which it slowly winds itself down.

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Lyrically YDV explores his independent spirit through the songwriting. He prefers forging his own path rather than being influenced by industry demands and the track serves a reminder of this capacity for sovereignty against all odds. It acts as an open call for anyone who has a problem with this to meet him eye to eye. He intends to throw no hate or shade, stays in his own lane and also has bars flexing material wealth and pleasures. Surprisingly the bridge gets more personal and vulnerable where we witness YDV address loneliness and regret.

If you are looking to add a hip-hop track with a touch of pop to your playlist, makes sure to check out “Where I stay” by YDV here: