Rockblockbam | “This Ain’t This”, Up-Next Bars
Rap Fiesta is amped to introduce you to hard-hitting rapper Rockblockbam and his newest single, “This Ain’t This.” The Rockland County, New York artist throws down an insane number of bars within the song’s two-minute run time.
Rockblockbam’s suave energy throughout “This Ain’t This” can be attributed to his five years in the music industry. It’s true what they say; practice makes perfect. And in Rockblockbam’s case, the artist only gets better with each project he drops. Given the quality “This Ain’t This” carries, it won’t surprise us when Rockblockbam secures an even larger following.
“This Ain’t This,” produced by 2k Beats, encompasses a vibe similar to the late Pop Smoke. That said, the track balances heavy, sinister tones with softer elements, creating a stimulating feel. At the start of the song, the rhythm is gentle, allowing the more angelic tones to support its structure.
After an intriguing introduction, your anticipation is met with ominous elements that have a trap feel. These dark overtones carry throughout the song, providing an overall forbidding feel for Rockblockbam to match.
I’m definitely inspired by everyone around me right now. We’re all focused on what we have to get done, setting and bodying our goals – Rockblockbam.
Speaking of Rockblockbam, the rapper spits fire every moment he’s on the track. Throughout “This Ain’t This,” Rockblockbam displays a flow that comes at you rapidly. Each bar is delivered with a tone that matches the rhythm; dark, aggressive, and full of confidence.
Don’t be surprised if you have to listen to “This Ain’t This” two times in a row. Between the aesthetically-pleasing rhymes and unique metaphors, your ears won’t know what to savor. Rockblockbam’s flow is so insane it’s impossible to appreciate it entirely during the first listen.
In addition to his rapid-fire flow, Rockblockbam does an exceptional job putting elevated emphasis on certain parts of his lyrics. The level of control Rockblockbam has over his delivery is an art form in itself. And his ability to pour emotion into his bars makes “This Ain’t This” even better. Essentially, Rockblockbam definitely knows what he’s about and understands how to convey that in his music.
When I started making music, I wanted everyone from different parts of Rockland to be able to be a part of the movement. So that’s where Rockblock comes from – Rockblockbam, on the origin of his stage name.
Additionally, the other part of his stage name, “bam,” comes from a nickname he had growing up. Rockblockbam’s stage name is just one element of his artistry that immediately catches your attention.
Make sure you give Rockblockbam a follow on Instagram. Although the rapper only has three tracks available on Spotify, each one has earned well over 20K streams. If that’s not an indication to check Rockblockbam’s sound out, then we don’t know what is.
Rockblockbam is nowhere near finished with his music career, and you can expect him to continue growing. As we wait for whatever’s next from Rockblockbam, introduce yourself to the Rockland County rapper and his single “This Ain’t This.”
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