Getaway by Jelani

“Getaway” by Jelani is the tropical banger you need on your summer playlist. The instrumentation right from the start will have you seeing palm trees, and Jelani’s bright vocals will instantly uplift your mood. All of the vocal layers add a great support of depth and richness behind the brightness of Jelani’s lead vocal, and the strong bass in the beat really gives the song a grounding, fat low end. Jelani’s lyricism in the verses are full of great rhymes and funny, memorable lines like “You in good hands like Allstate.” His variation in rhythm and use of inflection on lyrics like “Oh, that peach look so sweet! Can you shake that laffy taffy, yeah?” creates addicting moments that are sure to have you rapping along. The songs ends with an outro worth vibing to. The subtle pizzicato strings touch on Jelani’s background as a violinist, which hints at his well-rounded appreciation for music and his diverse musical talent. Put this song on anytime you need a pick-me-up.