Rashad really opens up in this song about substance abuse and past drug dependency issues. “Dressed Like Rappers” is a track that could be described as lyrically lucid and articulate. ![]() With an echoing synth and a rumbling heavy bass, this song carries an overall melancholy sound, making it a highlight on the album. Lyrics like “Can I sleep for a while? / Can I work on myself?” and “It’s all bugged out, I’m still drugged out” carry Cilvia Demo’s theme of drug addiction and psychological problems. ![]() This is apparent in the track titled “Stuck in the Mud,” featuring alternative R&B artist SZA. Rashad is known for lyrics that are introspective and delivery that is comparable to a stream of consciousness. Two years later, we are introduced to Rashad’s latest and greatest masterpiece The Sun’s Tirade, which is a rather pivotal release for his career. ![]() ![]() In January 2014, Top Dog Entertainment dropped southern rapper Isaiah Rashad ’s critically-acclaimed debut Cilvia Demo, a record known for its captivating lyrics reflecting feelings of depression, isolation, trauma, darkness and abandonment. Key Tracks: “Stuck In The Mud,” “Dressed Like Rappers,” “Rope // rosegold” By Cailynn Beck, Contributor Rating: 8/10
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