Scattershot: Emerging artist Trady (Danny Clayton) gets into it with his new single, “Drake and Drive,” with a sound that straddles the border between drill and melody. Co-produced by his longtime collaborator Lunko, the song was initially envisioned as a hard-hitting drill record but, appropriately, naturally developed into something more melodic. That unexpected pivot showcases Trady's adaptability and makes this track stand out in a crowded landscape, demonstrating that unbridled mayhem and musicality can live happily.
Right from the outset, the infectious hook of “Drake and Drive,” which alludes to Trady’s admiration of Eminem, gives the song a little character. His lyricism provides an unfiltered view of his world, threading his nine to five working as a pharmaceutical instrument technician with his brash views on the North East rap scene. There’s an authenticity to how he comes at it that makes the track feel relatable and refreshingly straightforward.
Lunko’s production serves in perfect support of this, combining heavy-hitting elements from the drill world with melodic undertones that amplify Trady’s dynamic delivery. The darkness of these two moments represents the balance of aggression and introspection, creating a kinetic substance that dances case in point all around you with undeniable charm.
Trady deftly solidifies his dexterity to create music that feels both equally monumental and effortless. “Drake and Drive” is a pivotal moment demonstrating his progress, inventiveness, and unwillingness to be pigeonholed.