Setting the tone with enigmatic keys and glistening bell details, as intricate piano builds with celestial frequencies expanding into an immersive trap-hybrid soundscape, we are already obsessed with CHIZO_‘s latest single, Tell the Devil.

Opening with the lyrics, “Yo, I put it down with the dank flow, got the devil waiving at me but I can’t go, I gotta keep my head on straight like I don’t know, everybody’s rooting for darkness but I simply glow…”, it is already fervently clear that Tell the Devil is a conscious piece of artistry.

Speaking on the meaning of the song, CHIZO_ tells us that, “Tell the Devil is a track about overcoming addiction in your life. It’s my story of overcoming alcoholism and also stating my intentions for my future.”

The rising artist from Austin continues, “I’m telling the devil that I can’t go. It’s a metaphor for keeping on a good path and never going back to the thing or substance that made your life dark before.”

“There is deep lyrical content that involves a lot of storytelling, as well as use of vivid imagery, and metaphors. Akresky came though and dropped a deep and personal verse on this track also telling his story of overcoming addiction.”

“This track is meant to be entertaining, as well as send a message that anything is possible with a strong will and determination” concludes CHIZO_, who has been writing poetry, songs and rap verses for over 20 years.

CHIZO_ cites Ces Cru, Dilated Peoples and Eminem as influences, which we can definitely hear coming thought, although it is clear that CHIZO_ is carving a path of his own.

We love CHIZO_‘s polished, intelligent and intricate brand of song creation and have added Tell the Devil to our New Music Spotlight playlist. We have also been streaming Big Mad and Forgive me, Miss from CHIZO_‘s wider discography!

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