Talib Kweli Floats Like A 'Butterfly' With Steffanie Christi’an & Kaytranada


Photo Credit: Keith Estep
Photo Credit: Keith Estep

When you unexpectedly drop a free mixtape called F**k the Money, you are clearly out of f**ks to give about being an industry puppet. Ever since his debut on the hip hip scene almost 20 years ago, Brooklyn-bred rapper Talib Kweli has let it be known that he is a constant force of self-propelled evolution and revolution. He has moved far beyond the industry’s inclination to stick him into the "conscious rapper" category, remaining relevant throughout the era of trash rap and ass claps. The mixtape does not disappoint as once again, Talib provides spirited mental stimulation mixed with real hip hop grooves. On the transcendent track “Butterfly,” Talib tells a metaphorical story about the “power of transformation.”

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Produced by Kaytranada and co-written by Detroit natives Steffanie Christi’an and Cool Beanz, “Butterfly” has an thumping electro funky beat courtesy of Kaytra, making you want to lose yourself in a dynamic metamorphosis. True to her rock goddess form, Steff Chris embodies the hook, drawing fire with her background vocals as she sings, “I’m in constant evolution / Watch as I transform into something beautiful.” With fluid synths, pulsating drums and a positive message, the track is a standout on F**k the Money and deserves to be in your regular rotation, if it isn't already.

Spread your wings and fly away with "Butterfly" right here and get the free download from Kweli's SoundCloud.

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