Moroccan-American artist XXLTARIK is storming by way of Jersey’s music scene together with his spectral and darkly sultry method to RnB, creatively spliced with alt-pop sensibilities and modern funk grooves. His newest single, ‘RUNAWAY’, sidesteps the standard pitfalls of superficial hooks, pulling listeners as a substitute right into a deeper, emotionally uncooked narrative that feels hauntingly private regardless of the slick, polished manufacturing.
XXLTARIK’s capability to alchemise real emotive candour with melodies flooded with unflinching momentum turns ‘RUNAWAY’ into an infectiously arresting anthem—assured to hype any listener, no matter their backdrop. His vocals refuse pretence, showcasing flawless command as authenticity surges by way of every observe, effortlessly oscillating between gritty vulnerability and clean sophistication.
The monitor confronts the human tendency to show our vulnerabilities to these least worthy of them. By way of this emotional transparency, XXLTARIK makes ‘RUNAWAY’ resonate as each confession and cautionary story, exploring the shadows we willingly inhabit for fleeting connections.
With funk-driven rhythms underpinning his darkish wave alt-RnB textures, XXLTARIK ensures ‘RUNAWAY’ is a tour-de-force, outlined by its depth and cross-over enchantment.
‘RUNAWAY’ is now accessible to stream on all main platforms, together with Spotify.
Assessment by Amelia Vandergast