“I’m a Savage” by “Gmoney” is a great song, every time it plays out there’s a distinct level of character and personality that comes through in the sound. The musical backdrop has a unique twist to it – a vintage kind of bass line, a mellow and soulful ambiance, but also; Gmoney’s lyricism and performance are undeniably true to his own artistic approach and style. It’s always a pleasure to listen to, there’s creative freedom there for certain, but the recording and songwriting also tip his hats to some very classic soul tracks from way back when, and for this reason, there’s an element of nostalgia thrown into the mix, which adds another reason to love the track.
The way the track opens up is a big part of what grabs your attention. The soundscape has a distant and dreamlike feel to it, and what follows is more and more of that reflective and dreamlike essence that reinforces the genuine honesty and emotion that the artist crafts his tracks with. The sharp, hip-hop-infused edge alongside all of this creates a striking contrast. Furthermore, the hook is a stunner – it uses a fairly simple yet effective melody, and the leading vocal presenting it utilizes every ounce of passion and power to reinforce the height of the rising energy. The instrumentation, too; everything surrounding these crucial moments adds weight to the final effect.
The track has a great vibe, it’s addictive; the rhythm is consistent, so it keeps you captive, but the sounds are all very unexpected and unusual. The leading riff has a retro and fairly simplistic nature to it, yet the choice of notes adds to the vibe, they add to the intensity, which somehow builds and builds despite the music seemingly remaining on the same plain throughout. It’s a clever bit of production, and it’s always interesting at all times. It’s the sort of music that is difficult to place within a certain environment, but then without a doubt will fit quite brilliantly amidst whatever it is that you’re doing when you hit play. It’s fun, it’s atmospheric, and it’s easy to get into.
There’s a little bit of a journey within the instrumentation, and this is the sort of thing that allows listeners’ minds to wander as the music pours out. There’s definite energy to the music that passes on to you as you witness it, and that’s a pretty powerful thing. That leading riff, the almost awesome sound leading the way, is unquestionably memorable. You only need to listen once to know you’ll recognize the track again at the drop of a hat, regardless of how much time has passed.
