Craving a funky hip-hop track with samples that somehow make feeling “lonely” sound cool?
Yeah, it’s a specific ask—but hey, someone had to say it.
Enter genre-defying artist, songwriter, and producer Monro, whose new track “Lonely [Alt]” delivers a punchy alt-hip-hop vibe with a beat that steals the spotlight. That’s not to say Monro’s raspy, speak-singing flow doesn’t keep up—it absolutely does, with energy to spare.
“Lonely [Alt]” is pure vibe, fusing electronic flourishes with alt-hip-hop production that’s impossible to ignore—and even harder not to move to.
At just 2 minutes and 16 seconds, Monro builds a soundscape so effortlessly cool, you’ll want to hit repeat the second it ends.
It’s clear Monro is no stranger to texture. From the driving synths to intentional vocal ad-libs that ground the track, every element is carefully placed and expertly blended.
Known for his platinum-selling, Grammy- and Juno-nominated work behind the scenes with some of the world’s most acclaimed artists—including Jhené Aiko, Rico Nasty, V (of BTS), NewJeans, Adekunle Gold, Masego, and Nines—Monro has spent years helping others shape their sound.
Now, as he turns his creative lens inward, it's clear this moment is his.
How lucky are we to be along for the ride?
