: Lord Apex establishes a laid-back, "meditative" tone before "passing the bat" to Smoke DZA, whose calculated, "sedative" delivery brings a sharp edge to the dreamlike beat.
: While Lord Apex describes his "addict mode" of creative expression, Smoke DZA leans into his "Kushed God" persona, reinforcing the track's status as a quintessential "smoker's anthem". I Need a Light (feat. Smoke DZA)
The song by Lord Apex featuring Smoke DZA is a masterclass in modern boom-bap, blending Lord Apex’s meditative, UK-based flow with Smoke DZA’s gritty East Coast delivery. Released in April 2021 as part of the album Smoke Sessions 3 , the track is defined by its jazzy, hazy atmosphere produced by The Purist . A Helpful Story of the Track : Lord Apex establishes a laid-back, "meditative" tone
The collaboration represents a significant bridge between the London and New York underground rap scenes. Released in April 2021 as part of the
: The track opens with "lulling," brassy synths and thumping bass that immediately set a "thick layer of haze".
