A little while back the Long Beach native rapper Trap released his project Young Basquiat 3: Lost Vibes and on the project was the standout track “I Want Moor”.

Trap’s “I Want Moor” will expand your mind through his use of music to explore social and political issues occurring worldwide. 

The song starts off with and old school jazz and blues soundscape including a vocalist repeating the lyrics “I want more.” Then comes Trap spitting some serious knowledge right off the jump. “I want more for my people you feel me. I want more for you black man.” says Trap over some smooth beats. The song then picks up with Trap rapping about the social, political, and cultural issues that typically occur in predominantly black and low income communities. The rapper takes his time over the smooth sound production to talk about several unfortunate issues such as the transiton of slavery to police brutality, how society devalues black bodies, and the gang violence. 

Recognizable Lyrics: 

Started on the low, made it to the league

Last one out the gate, Now i'm in league 

Pistol full of lead pointed at my head 

I know they want us dead , a message from police

Throughout the song, Trap also recognizes legendary rap artists that were and still are considered humanitarians specifically for the black community such as Jay Z and Nipsey Hussle. Despite being an underground artist, Trap’s soothing voice discussing some heavy topics make his song “I Want Moor” one that you have to listen to. Every bar on the track has a purpose whether Trap used a metaphor to describe a dilemma or the artists said it in plain language. His storytelling skills paint a beautiful picture emmersing the listener in the pain he feels but also the motivation he has to ignite change. Overall, Trap’s newest single “I Want Moor” certainly fits into the category of revolutionary rap. 

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