We recently featured To1Swerve as he shared his wisdom and intentional nature with his conscious and affirmative opus, 33RD Degree, so when we heard that the talented star was back with Basement, we were curious to say the least.
Establishing the mood with a dimensional, panning synthscape with a cerebral ad lib, To1Swerve shares an inspiring tale about how he started from the basement. It documents his rise, and the potential rise of those around him with a refined Trinidadian flair.
The track serves as a moment where To1Swerve shares his advice through physical world wins, but in the context of humble beginnings. His timbre is super captivating – street smart, intelligent and simultaneously philosophically profound.
“This one’s from the ground up,” confesses To1Swerve. “It’s about foundation, hunger, and proving that no matter where you’re from – you don’t stay in the basement. You rise.” Fans of Popcaan, Central Cee, Skillibeng, Unknown T, and Headie One will be able to connect with To1Swerve‘s unapologetic Caribbean charm and heritage, but there is no doubt that the Londoner is manifesting a universe of his own – starting from the basement!
We learn that Basement is the first single from To1Swerve‘s upcoming record, Shooting Star. Whilst we wait for its drop, we have added Basement to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS and TRIPPY playlists, as we continue to stream the wider discography of To1Swerve, including Ecstasy, and What’s the price?