Anto the Wayward | “I-5”, Thoughtful, Laidback Energy
Aberdeen, Washington rapper Anto the Wayward delivers a powerfully introspective piece with his single, “I-5.” The artist’s latest release sees him expressing his story accurately while pouring beautifully honest lyrics over a laidback rhythm. Overall, Anto the Wayward is out to make a name for himself, and you won’t want to skip over his work.
“I-5” comes from a period in the rapper’s life when he really wanted to focus on his songwriting. As he created the track, Anto the Wayward knew he wanted to produce something his audience could feel in their hearts and relate to at the same time. As a result, the song “I-5” is a creative take on his journey from Washington to Oregon to his current place of residency, California.
Everything about Anto the Wayward contains more than what’s on the surface. Nothing about the rapper is simple, from the beats he chooses to his lyrics to his stage name. Regarding how he chose his stage name, the artist had this to say when Rap Fiesta sat down with him:
As time has gone on, though, it’s grown to represent how lost I am, unable to control and predict; I go where the wind takes me and where I want to go – Anto the Wayward.
Produced by Urban Nerd Beats, “I-5” features a captivating beat, reeling you in the more you listen. A groovy beat with a warmer, textured rhythm, the song washes a sense of peace over your body. Giving off an almost psychedelic feel, “I-5” hits the ears just right, making for the perfect track to kick back to. Of course, Anto the Wayward ties the entire song together with his natural capability to accentuate the beat’s energy.
Part of the reason Anto the Wayward is so adept at how music moves is his history with the art form. From a young age, the rapper was surrounded by music, whether singing in the choir or learning to play the violin. Still, Anto the Wayward didn’t truly connect with music until he was older. For about seven years, the artist has actively been writing and recording music.
Anto the Wayward’s performance on “I-5” is something else. Each bar pours through the speakers at just the right cadence as he delivers a lush flow. As a result, the rapper’s vocals hit the eardrums perfectly. But what’s almost more impressive than his seasoned flow is Anto the Wayward’s lyrics.
It feels like music is hugging you and helps you focus on the task at hand or relaxes you – Anto the Wayward.
Anto the Wayward’s lyrics provide a deeper look into the artist’s life, experiences, and thoughts. The introspective nature allows you to form an immediate connection to the rapper while experiencing lyrics that hit harder than most. On top of that, the rapper doesn’t shy away from revealing the darker moments he’s experienced. And it’s this level of self-awareness and honesty that’s setting Anto the Wayward up for a successful career.
You won’t want to pass up on Anto the Wayward, and he’s only got more in his bag for the upcoming year. So, make sure you follow the Anto the Wayward on Instagram to stay updated with all his projects. In the near future, he plans to release a brand new EP, and a bigger project “I-5” will be a part of.
In the meantime, go catch a wavy vibe and let your ears soak in “I-5” right away!
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