Blending the courtroom and the studio, R.B.D. steps boldly into 2025 with RUDE, a masterful hip-hop/rap album that captures the raw intersection of his dual life as a lawyer and rapper. Dropping on January 30th, 2025, this project is a candid exploration of the challenges, triumphs, and lessons that come with balancing two demanding worlds. From navigating the pressures of legal practice to staying true to his love for rap music, RUDE is an anthem for anyone striving to harmonize passion and responsibility.
At its core, RUDE delves into the friction of these dualities. Tracks like Flowers and Crossroads unravel the grit it takes to move between courtrooms and cyphers, while others like Heartbreak and Hate 2 Love 2.0 celebrate the transformative power of music and love. Infused with moments of introspection, resilience, and gratitude, the album paints a vivid picture of R.B.D.’s journey and the life experiences that have molded him into the multifaceted artist he is today.
The album boasts an impressive lineup of collaborators, featuring powerhouse artists like Ko-Jo Cue, AratheJay, KooKusi, Kirani Ayat, KiddBerch, and Tradey. Their dynamic contributions amplify the album’s emotional depth and lyrical brilliance. Producers who played major parts to the creation of the project are Aaron Dugud, Ranking Made It, Rdee Beatz, Christoven, Wolfbite, KQ the Artist, Delis Worldwide, Gomez Beatx, Roddy Hanz, Dab Beatz, MPtaimment, Sinima Beats, and White Eyes. Also complementing the mix are soulful additional vocals from the talented Anabel Rose, Naa Koshie Hagan, and Ewura-Ama Awadzi, whose voices lend an ethereal touch to the record.
The lead single, Villain was released on January 24th, and set the tone for the project accordingly, with its unapologetic narrative and hard-hitting beat.
Overall, RUDE is a testament to R.B.D.’s artistry, introspection, and undeniable fearlessness. It is not just an album; it is a statement, a reflection, and a journey worth taking. With RUDE, R.B.D. solidifies his place in the Ghanaian rap scene as an artist who defies convention.
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