The inspirational rapper/singer-songwriter, Power, presents his latest, “Wasabi.” It is an extremely powerful concoction of hip-hop, R&B, and pop and promises to set the current scene on fire with its unique sound and touching lyrics. “Wasabi” is absolutely one of those standout pieces from his critically acclaimed album One Love.
Hailing from California and the vibrant culture of Los Angeles, Power developed a love for music at a very young age. His moments in California during the summer could hardly be complete without music, and soon enough, he was walking the career path that involved spreading his word about positivity and unity. Mainly, Power stepped into the field due to the urge to make a difference in society. He saw music changing minds and diverting them from miscommunication reported in the field.
It was after a couple of near-death experiences that Power decided to go all-in on his music to inspire the masses. Motivated by Tupac, Nipsey Hussle, Eminem, 50 Cent, and other legends in hip-hop, he wants to be that resilient in telling stories. A key characteristic of Power’s music is its thoughtful lyrics and deep messages, which are instilled in his listeners as motivation.
One Love is basically Power‘s first album and embodies the vision of spreading love and unity. It was an avant-garde project, a nine-month journey through the deep mind, body, and spirit of Power. The album can basically be described as a fusion between hip hop and R&B—an element Power has aptly described as “Hip Pop” and “Rap & B.” Every track breathes raw emotions and motivational messages, emanating from Power’s own experiences and a pure quest to inspire.
One Love depicts once again that Power can write songs from the very commercial to the international. His previous single, “Good Times,” peaked at #3 on the UK Commercial Pop Charts, #4 in France, and #8 in Germany. These notches have definitely stamped Power as a great artist at the international level.
“Wasabi” is Power‘s latest single, which deals with features of passion and connection. The lyrics of the song compare dulled flames between lovers with the line, “Girl you’re like wasabi, you be burnin’ up my body.” That captures the fiery nature of a romantic relationship. His dynamic rhythm is smooth while taking in the flow of this song, which tends to make it very engaging and memorable. The track emanates themes of self-confidence and resilience, carrying along the journey of Power and his breakthrough from the storm of challenges.
In itself, the “Wasabi” video is eye candy. With bright backgrounds, shiny Ferraris, and luxuriant landscapes, the video matches the high-octane narrative of the song. Highly engaging, feisty, and ferociously wild, just as it should be if you’ve got an amorous whirlwind.
Besides music, Power is also very committed to social issues. He stands for issues of racial, sexual, and gender equality, besides mental illness. Power uses his platform to send a positive message and trigger change for a better world through his music.
Power brand pillars: unifying consciousness and mental health, promoting sobriety, standing against violence and drugs; his work was his very way of showing how he believed in uniting the world and how he was so dedicated to leaving a positive change in society.
The appeal of Power does not rely on the music; he is charismatic on stage and possesses a stylistic way of performing that compares even to most of the entertainment icons. The way in which Power is able to articulate strong narratives with catchy tunes makes him stand out within the music business and makes him one of the most thrilling artists to watch.
As Power gears up to release “Wasabi,” so much is expected from fans and critics alike. To all standards, this single will be more than a song; it reflects Power’s journey and commitment to taking his art further into making music that speaks to audiences far and wide.
Listen to Power’s Latest “Wasabi” here:
