Aminé has just dropped a new track called “Vacay”, and based on the title alone, I already like the direction it’s headed. The beat is full of energy—it reminds me of something Channel Tres might produce, but with a cleaner, less murky sound. I’ve always loved when rap and hip hop lean into that four-on-the-floor rhythm; it gives the track momentum and makes it instantly danceable.

Aminé’s vocals are legendary at this point. He often layers his own voice into sample-like synths, and his falsetto sounds almost unreal—angelic, even. Beyond that, he’s just a genuinely musical artist with serious versatility as a rapper. From what I’ve heard, he’s headed to Portugal and Brazil this summer, which ties in nicely with the sunny, escapist vibe of the song.

“Vacay” perfectly captures that restless anticipation for summer. For me, that feeling hits hard—living in the Nordic parts of the world means summer and sunshine are in short supply, so when it arrives, it’s everything. That’s part of why this track hit so personally.

Earlier I found myself wondering who produced the track, mostly because I couldn’t find any credits online. Could it be Aminé himself behind the boards? Or maybe he picked it up from a lesser-known producer on a one-time license? Either way, the production is top-notch.

This track gives me real hope for the future of pop music. It blends EDM and modern rap in a way that feels fresh and dynamic—somewhere in the same sonic universe as Fred Again or Barry Can’t Swim. The groove is so tight it makes the song feel like it ends too soon. From the moment those piano chords hit in the intro, I could kind of guess where the track was going—but it didn’t matter. The energy never dipped, and I was vibing all the way through.

Give this one a spin—you won’t regret it. And if you’re new to Aminé, make sure to check out older gems like “Egyptian Luvr” (with Rejjie Snow) and “Caroline”. No matter what he puts out, it’s always exciting and ridiculously easy to enjoy.

Long live Aminé.

Author: Peter Källman

Peter Källman is a writer from Sweden who loves playing in bands, writing reviews and going to live shows!