The paradoxical nature between the vocals and the instrumental I found quite compelling on A-D-T's "Common Story".

His delivery is so forthcoming and raw, while the beat is minimalist and laid-back - and it's this dynamic that enables his voice to cut through the mix and arrest the attention of the listener. The lyricism was relatable on so many levels too, and the fact that there were a number of references from Jay-Z's Reasonable Doubt (my favorite Hip Hop album) drew me closer to his storytelling.

posted by Lu
October 2020