Paxslim could make a living writing self-help books if this whole rap thing doesn't work out. "Time goes fast, you better use it wisely," the Nigeria-via-Switzerland rapper advises on this week's new single "LET US MEET AGAIN." But considering his upward trajectory over the past two years, it's safe to say Pax won't be pivoting any time soon.
The new single arrives with a video directed by Shane The Shredder (Destroy Lonely, Hardrock, Sofaygo) and was posted on YouTube by rapper and multi-hyphenate Edward Skeletrix. The surprise premiere was something of a pump fake for Skeletrix fans, who are currently waiting on Jester's Privilege, a follow-up to last year's polarizing Museum Music.
"We just wanted to celebrate a moment. Celebrate being here. Celebrate life. Celebrate still having the chance to keep going. God is good," Paxslim told The FADER over DM. "Being back in Africa feels so good! and it’s time for the world to see more of what’s happening here. Also shout out to Edward for pulling up on me in Nigeria he a cool guy."
Skeletrix was recently spotted at New York Fashion Week with Kai Cenat and Yung Lean. While he has yet to release any details regarding his upcoming album Jester's Privilege, Skeletrix put on a series of performance art shows in the fall as part of the rollout.
Produced by regular collaborator Haram, "LET US MEET AGAIN" fuses a ghostly vocal chop to moody synth pads and muffled snares. Where last year's D5NCIN knocked harder in an effort to animate dance floors and house parties, Pax's latest offering is restrained, almost languid. If his biggest songs to date have shouted to grab attention, "LET US MEET AGAIN" is a stage whisper he knows we'll tune in to hear.