The record is available for streaming now.
French The Kid today drops his much-anticipated debut mixtape Never Been Ordinary out now via Dropout UK.
Laid over 13 tracks, this hard-hitting debut is an unapologetic statement of exactly who French The Kid is as an artist. Meeting his raw, evocative storytelling with beats from an eclectic range of emerging producers - the likes of Lovelife ('Thrill', 'Can't Feel My Face', 'Make It Out'), Joey4k ('Neverland') and Tanz ('Window Blues') - Never Been Ordinary is a confident statement of intent from the most exciting rapper emerging in the UK. From ardent piano-driven opener 'Mercy' to the melodic 'Drugs' the project sees the bilingual rapper seamlessly move between bars in French and English. With lyrics spanning mental health struggles, feelings of isolation, ruminations on drugs and drinking, to the harsh realities of life on London's streets, it's a project steeped in honesty and authenticity. Moving track 'Conversations' sees French unleash an inner dialogue on his relationship with alcohol, with his fans and his mental health inspired by Eminem's iconic 'Stan'. Fiery, piano-driven recent single 'Make It Out' speaks of the duality of his new found success and the tribulations of life on the strip. New single 'Neverland' arrives with a retrospective video shot by Oliver Jennings, following French as he rewinds through a wild night, from drinks and party games to a firework display with friends. WATCH/SHAREPhoto Credits: Elliot Hensford
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