Nobinh brings smooth vibes and flirty energy on “Upside Down”

Meet English hip-hop artist Nobinh, who fuses the soulful storytelling of 2000s hip-hop and R&B with the hard-hitting energy of modern 808s.

Beyond the studio, Nobinh has already solidified his reputation as a formidable live performer, having shared the stage with hip-hop legends like Fresku and Talib Kweli.

On his 16-track album Jade and Gold, the standout eighth track, “Upside Down,” finds Nobinh blending Pharrell-inspired production with a smooth, vibey top-line melody and laid-back vocal delivery. His rap flow ties it all together, keeping listeners hooked from start to finish.

“Upside Down” is the definition of easy listening—there are no competing sonic elements, and the melody blends seamlessly into the production, keeping the listener moving.

Lyrically, it’s feel-good, flirty, and undeniably fun from start to finish. An impossibly catchy track, it sets Nobinh apart from pop-forward hip-hop artists.

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Angela Cook

Angela Cook is a Brooklyn-based writer and editor with a passion for unearthing innovative sounds and stories in the music scene. When she's not crafting compelling content, you can find her exploring the boroughs for record shops.