2AM Ricky Gets Authentic With New Release “Hues”
Introducing multifaceted singer-songwriter 2AM Ricky! Painting the world in “hues”, the ATL artist creates the perfect picture through his music.
This multifaceted musician has already made a mark with his music as an openly black trans man who advocates for the community and others. In doing so, he utilizes his passion to push aspiring artists to pursue their dreams in the industry, despite the scene’s sometimes apparent intolerance.
For his most recent release, 2AM Ricky taps Iain Tucker for his trendy track titled, “Hues”. Once again, Ricky resonates with fans through his lyricism while experimenting with various sounds. Continuously conveying a wide range of emotions through his music, “Hues” is another illustration of this as it highlights his skills. In comparison to his previous popular hit, “Watchu On”, Ricky switches it up by slowing it down. “Hues” is a versatile record that can be enjoyed during a smoke session, a vibe, intimate moments and more! Expanding from his varied hip-hop musical catalog, Ricky flexes on a low-tempoed yet trippy, Lo-fi vibe while sprinkling those R&B elements we love from him!
The newcomer’s trendy track is a promising, no-holds-barred reflection on bad relationships and their aftermath. Although Hues is billed as a single rather than an album, it has nearly all the ambition and integrity of a fully formed LP. “Hues” painstakingly excavates the ruins of a failed relationship, threads of adoration and ecstasy glimmering among swaths of rage and regret. His honesty is as captivating as “hues” hypnotic hum, which is influenced by psychedelia, R&B, and Hip Hop. The way 2AM Ricky rides the beat as if he’s on his last breath only adds to the heightened emotions.
Because “Hues” is mainly made up of painful reflections on its creator’s former relationship, the exultant moments stand out even more. It’s theatrical, Shakespearean, and certainly relatable to anyone who’s ever been in a rocky relationship, which is why the lovestruck lyrics will have you captivated. In fact, the raved record resonates with some fans’ realities.
Despite the despair, everything works out in the end. The track’s title color conjures up images of sunshine and joy, while its jazzy yet eerie backdrop and multi-layered vocals glisten with authenticity and excitement. His naturally raw talents are unleashed on the record, and it’s as if you’re in a fantastical daydream. It also provides a heartwarming vision. Don’t believe me?
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Dr. Jerry Doby Editor-in-Chief of The Hype Magazine, Media and SEO Consultant, Journalist, Ph.D. and retired combat vet. 2023 recipient of The President's Lifetime Achievement Award. Partner at THM Media Group. Member of the U.S. Department of Arts and Culture, the United States Press Agency and ForbesBLK.
