Kenny Golder Jr. | Melodic Late Night Vibe

When I first heard “Catch A Vibe” by Kenny Golder Jr., I was driving through the Hollywood Hills trying to find the perfect view- somewhere that I could park and look at the city lights at night. I can honestly say there was no better song to match the mood. With imagery filled lyrics and an expressive performance, Kenny has created a song that speaks to heavy times. Simultaneously, he encourages the creation of a better energy to surround yourself with.

Baltimore, Maryland artist, Kenny Golder Jr. spoke to Rap Fiesta about his upbringing as an artist. He began writing poetry while he was recovering at home after a major surgery. Being isolated gave him the chance to go through instrumentals and pair them with his poems. He explained the inspiration for this song was, 

…going through tough times at college and music was already therapeutic for me dealing with my condition (lupus) and stress. So I decided to illustrate it in a song. As long as I have the music I’ll be alright.

–Kenny Golder Jr.

This track was produced by Young Taylor who created an instrumental featuring heavy use of guitar, drums, and a darker sounding keyboard. He adds distorted vocals in the background of the hook to create variety for the ear. Overall this track has more somber tones, which matches the ambiance of Kenny’s vocals. Together, Young Taylor and Kenny Golder Jr. have created a song that is extremely cohesive and powerful. The lyrical choices of this song make it really alluring to listen to as this track is filled with personal anecdotes and similes. For example,

Imma catch a vibe tonight. 

I be counting blessings like the stars that are in the sky,

but sometimes I be losing sight

when the dreaming can’t be lucid,

but the mary make it easy

and the music saved my life.

–Kenny Golder Jr.

Although this song was inspired by difficult circumstances, Kenny does a great job at circling back to being grateful for music being a productive outcome. In the future, he will be releasing an EP consisting of dance remixes to some of his songs, as well as working on music videos. Furthermore, he hopes to spread awareness and spark conversations about Lupus, a condition he has been impacted by. To stay up to date with Kenny, follow him on Instagram to never miss a drop from the skillful rhyme spitter.

Be sure to stream “Catch A Vibe” and the rest of Kenny Golder Jr.’s latest Project “Sophomore Slump” below:

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