"Rashad renders even the most harrowing scenes with levity and warmth. He recounts his traumas and triumphs in largely the same register-his scratchy sing-song flow that slides and swings over beats that draw as much from '90s neo-soul as they do from the annals of Southern rap."
"Five years later, after disappearing from public view and hitting a few more rock bottoms, Rashad dropped The House is Burning, a pained portrait of a person fresh out of rehab and uneasily seeking a path toward redemption."
""I was dead and now I'm alive," he said in the run-up to the album. Five years after making this declaration, Rashad seems to have grown wary of the distinction between being dead and alive."
Isaiah Rashad presents himself as a complex figure, balancing his roles as a junkie, father, and artist. His music reflects his struggles with substance abuse and mental health, while also showcasing his growth and resilience. With a unique sound that blends '90s neo-soul and Southern rap, Rashad's lyrics convey both levity and depth. His recent works, including IT'S BEEN AWFUL, illustrate his journey through trauma and recovery, emphasizing a nuanced understanding of life’s challenges and the pursuit of redemption.
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