Proklaim’s CREEPIN/FURTHER (2 IN 1) is not just a song; it is an experience that bridges eras, cultures, and emotions in a way few artists dare to attempt. The track moves with both grit and elegance, balancing the raw punch of boom bap with the rhythmic pulse of Amapiano. Instead of feeling like two separate worlds colliding, it unfolds as a seamless conversation between tradition and innovation, with the sample from the Shaka Zulu mini-series adding a sense of heritage and myth that lingers long after the music fades.
What makes the record so captivating is the emotional journey it takes listeners on. The opening feels intimate and reflective, with Proklaim’s words delivered with precision and honesty, before the music expands into something bigger, brighter, and more cathartic in the “Further” section. His delivery carries the weight of lived experience, weaving together identity, geography, and ambition in verses that feel spontaneous yet deeply intentional. Every transition feels purposeful, guided by instinct but anchored in craft.
The production, recorded at Pen Pushaz Studios and mastered by Wojtek Majewski, offers clarity and depth, allowing each layer of the music to breathe. The drums are sharp, the instrumentation atmospheric, and the vocals commanding without overshadowing the mix. There is a spaciousness in the arrangement that makes the track feel immersive, while the shifts between moods are executed with precision and care.
CREEPIN/FURTHER (2 IN 1) is the kind of release that transcends geography. Even without cultural context, listeners can connect with its urgency, energy, and ambition. It is progressive without losing authenticity and reflective while still brimming with momentum. Proklaim succeeds in creating a sound that is both personal and universally resonant, a reminder of the power of music to unite and inspire.
This is not a track for casual background play. It rewards repeated listens, revealing new details with each spin, sometimes it is the groove that captures attention, other times a lyric or the emotional lift that arrives unexpectedly. Proklaim has delivered a record that is daring, timeless, and forward-looking, solidifying his voice not only as a rapper and songwriter but as a cultural force determined to shape global sound.
