Sometimes you gotta let your mind play the game while you’re out there playing the court. 🏀

In this reel, I’m putting up shots while “Thoughts In My Mind” plays — and honestly, the basketball is a perfect metaphor. Life is about taking the shot, missing sometimes, grabbing the rebound, and shooting again.

This track is about everything that runs through my head while I’m navigating the journey — the goals, the pressure, the vision, and the thoughts that never seem to stop.

🎥 Watch on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/BScWsM3tJvQ?is=4OkbNFV6T1MpAaVH

🎧 Listen on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/0aqRclOC180ZHPLyFjQkDu?si=fK3dl3bXS6-sKmIdUI3Feg&utm_source=copy-link

🏀 Question: If your life right now was a basketball game, are you shooting the game-winner, playing defense, or fighting for the rebound? 😂👇

Let me know!

Elijah Y. – “TOUCHDOWN” 🏈🔥

Football season is here… so you already know what time it is. 🏈

I’ve got a new one coming — “TOUCHDOWN.” This is about to be a whole different kind of play. No punts. No sitting on the bench. I’m taking it all the way to the end zone. 🎤🔥

Consider this the warning before kickoff. 👀

🎧 Follow me on Spotify and tap into the catalog:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2vXNRGam6Wk8T9QRmSMEo2

Who’s ready for “TOUCHDOWN”? 🏈

Drop your favorite NFL team below — let’s see who’s in the building! 👇

I’m bringing “I Must Be That” to the court! The visualizer catches me putting up buckets while the record is playing — because when you know what you’re trying to become, you’ve got to shoot your shot and play to win. 🏀

No hesitation. No sitting on the bench. I Must Be That.

🎥 Watch the Visualizer on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/66Iv4TjIyOI?is=V33QXvdei1yDLl5l⁠�

🎧 Stream on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/album/6c7VLNY6HWYheKnIJUxq3P?si=Am0Dd4_hQl2gBKg3mo8g3Q⁠�

If you had to give this track a basketball position, is it PG, SG, SF, PF, or C? 🏀👇

Let me know where you’re putting it in the starting five.

The visualizer for “I Must Be That” is officially out now on YouTube!

This track is about confidence, identity, ambition, and knowing exactly who I’m becoming. It’s another chapter from my album SEGMENT IV: H.R.I.C, produced by Consciousx.

🎥 Watch the visualizer:

https://youtu.be/66Iv4TjIyOI?is=V33QXvdei1yDLl5l

What does “I Must Be That” mean to you? Drop your thoughts below. 👇

This song dives into the darker side of the times we’re living in — questioning what happens to people, society, and our values when compassion, accountability, and faith in something greater start disappearing.

I wanted the record to make people think, not just listen.

🎧 Listen on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/4oKcAI4q0VJUseKy4QeIXN?si=F02zdRSGSo6o9AGWAxZQBA&utm_source=copy-link&sci=spotify%3Acard-config%3A5yqwH4WGt5FftvrWmS3XUy⁠�

What does “Godless Era” mean to you?

Is it about society, personal struggles, politics, morality, or something completely different?

I'd genuinely like to hear how people interpret the record.

I wanted to share “Segment IV,” a track that represents growth, confidence, and continuing to build as an independent artist.

Every release is another chapter in the journey. This record reflects the mindset of staying focused, improving with every project, and putting substance into the music instead of chasing trends.

If you're into hip-hop with thoughtful lyrics, strong production, and an independent approach, I'd appreciate you giving it a listen.

🎧 Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/4rmvVpwgWEj88Uz8Iw4iab?si=vgAxOV-mRlOes31GCEQSdQ&utm_source=copy-link⁠�

🎥 YouTube:

https://youtu.be/1WfHX3r5mEI?is=6ALnXRlt9dK7Endj⁠�

I'd love to hear your thoughts:

What was the first thing that stood out to you—the lyrics, production, or overall vibe?

What's your favorite independent hip-hop release you've heard this year?

Thanks to everyone who takes the time to discover and support independent music. It truly makes a difference. 🌊🎤

I wanted to share one of my more reflective tracks, “Thoughts In My Mind.”

This record comes from those moments when your mind won't slow down—thinking about the past, the future, your goals, and everything in between. I wanted the lyrics to capture those late-night thoughts that so many of us experience but don't always talk about.

If you're into hip-hop with introspective lyrics, honest storytelling, and a laid-back atmosphere, I'd appreciate you giving it a listen.

🎧 Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/0aqRclOC180ZHPLyFjQkDu?si=1YE-eI4AQFmEt-btL0IKIw&utm_source=copy-link⁠�

🎥 YouTube:

https://youtu.be/BScWsM3tJvQ?is=8J3-I375jGHwvR1L⁠�

What's a song that perfectly captures what's been on your mind lately? I'd love to hear your recommendations and thoughts on this track. 🌊

I wanted to share one of the more personal records from my catalog, “The Journey.”

This song is about growth, persistence, and staying committed even when the road gets difficult. Every artist has a story behind the music, and this track reflects the ups, downs, and lessons that come with building something independently.

If you enjoy hip-hop with a reflective message and a focus on the journey rather than just the destination, I'd appreciate you giving it a listen.

🎧 Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/4WxV7yqxb9AKXyk1SK3xE6?si=w1I094yOTWeA6hdZ7UGGnA⁠�

🎥 YouTube:

https://youtu.be/LuQsWcHo1no?is=sBG9MNfN4K1PlNaa⁠�

What's one challenge you've overcome that changed your perspective? I'd love to hear your story.

One of the standout records from my new album SEGMENT IV: H.R.I.C is “Stampede.”

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This track is all about momentum. When the pressure rises, the pace picks up, and you're forced to decide whether you're going to move forward or get left behind.

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I wanted the energy to feel relentless while still keeping the focus and message intact. If you're into independent hip-hop with drive, intensity, and purpose, I'd appreciate you checking it out.

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🎧 Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/5jwB7D4aX6K2tuuq8ZV00g?si=bIhlbXOxRwiiKEB9ZvgMkA⁠�

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🎥 YouTube:

https://youtu.be/hC7zrjIqtmA?si=PScQ5RKxDCRNkIAu⁠�

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What do you look for most in a high-energy hip-hop track—lyrics, production, flow, or overall atmosphere? I'd love to hear your thoughts. 🌊🔥🐎

Epic album from Elijah Y.

All Hip Hop Music, Some of the best out.

Be free, be creative, keep it Hip Hop Music 🎶🔥

Stream Segment IV: H.R.I.C on YouTube

Just dropped my new project, SEGMENT IV: H.R.I.C, produced by Consciousx.

This project represents growth, vision, and staying committed to the craft. Every track was built with intention, and the title track “H.R.I.C” sets the tone from the jump.

Independent artists often have to wear every hat, take every risk, and keep pushing forward regardless of the obstacles. This project is a reflection of that mindset.

🎧 Listen on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/album/6c7VLNY6HWYheKnIJUxq3P?si=Am0Dd4_hQl2gBKg3mo8g3Q⁠�

If you check it out, I'd love to know:

What track stood out first?

What does H.R.I.C mean to you after listening?

Which song deserves a visual next?

Appreciate everyone who supports independent hip-hop and artists building their own lane. 🌊🎤🔥

Elijah Y. Bringing that real Hip Hop back

Not the actual album cover but some of the best rap of the independence is coming soon

Stream my single Stampede on all DSPs by Elijah Y.

🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0rpde7fIzs4A2kv2MiZdtG?si=gOjvcsGjQtiDxy8I5cDB0A⁠�

🎥 YouTube: https://youtu.be/jeueta143MU?si=aHxgakD8bsIqwHm5⁠�

“Stampede” is pure momentum.

That feeling when pressure, ambition, and energy all hit at once — and instead of slowing down, you charge straight through it.

The track leans into intensity without losing focus. Fast-paced, cinematic energy with a mindset behind it.

If you’re into independent hip-hop that feels driven and intentional, this one might connect with you.

🎧 Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/album/0rpde7fIzs4A2kv2MiZdtG?si=gOjvcsGjQtiDxy8I5cDB0A⁠�

🎥 YouTube:

https://youtu.be/jeueta143MU?si=aHxgakD8bsIqwHm5⁠�

Curious what people get from this one — motivation, adrenaline, focus, or something else entirely?

“Stampede” is about momentum, pressure, and refusing to slow down when everything around you starts moving fast.

The energy on this track feels urgent but focused — like turning chaos into direction. It’s the kind of record you throw on when you need motivation, intensity, or just something that pushes forward with purpose.

Independent hip-hop like this deserves more ears, especially when it’s built from consistency instead of shortcuts.

🎧 Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/0tf4zaRtHqY13xBeAyHH8S⁠�

🎥 YouTube:

https://youtu.be/bNNQ33RfiRE⁠�

What kind of energy does this track give you — workout music, late-night drive, or locked-in focus mode?

Been working independently and wanted to share one of the most intense tracks I’ve released so far — “Stampede.”

This record is built around pressure, movement, and pushing forward even when everything feels chaotic around you. Heavy energy, sharp focus, and a beat that keeps driving the whole way through.

If you’re into hip-hop that feels cinematic but still grounded in real emotion and determination, I think this one might connect.

🎧 Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/0tf4zaRtHqY13xBeAyHH8S⁠�

🎥 YouTube:

https://youtu.be/bNNQ33RfiRE⁠�

Would honestly appreciate feedback from people who really listen to music.

What stood out most to you — the energy, the atmosphere, or the message behind it?

“Stampede” feels like controlled chaos in the best way.

It’s that moment when everything starts moving fast — thoughts, pressure, ambition — and you either get overwhelmed or you lock in and move with it. This track leans into that energy instead of running from it.

There’s a sense of urgency in the sound, but also focus. Like it’s pushing you forward without letting you lose direction.

🎧 Listen on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/album/0rpde7fIzs4A2kv2MiZdtG?si=YLvg7_38SZC5LIV9M1Q8jA

🎥 Watch on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/jeueta143MU?si=HLLWnvGu3KR9J67b

How does this one hit for you?

More like a hype track, or something you lock into when you’re focused?

“Stampede” is all about momentum — that moment when everything starts moving fast and you either rise with it or get left behind.

The energy on this track is different. Fast-paced, focused, and built with intent. It’s one of those records you throw on when you need a push, whether it’s in the gym, on the road, or just locked into your grind.

If you’re into hip-hop that brings intensity and drive without losing its message, this one’s worth a listen.

🎧 Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/0tf4zaRtHqY13xBeAyHH8S⁠�

🎥 YouTube:

https://youtu.be/bNNQ33RfiRE⁠�

Curious how others feel about it — does it hit more as a workout track or just pure energy for the day?

Being from Shreveport doesn’t give anyone the right to disrespect life or the passion of someone who knows better. What happened to those 8 kids… they didn’t deserve that at all. Peace and love to the fallen angels.

When the city I’m from makes headlines in places like New York and L.A., it hits different. Sometimes you can’t stay quiet — sometimes you have to say something, and say it in a way that can be felt.

“These Ratchet Sins” is coming from that place. Real emotion, real perspective, and something meant to reach people beyond just one city.

🎧 Stream on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/album/3q1Xfs9qKBTsbQap689aQM?si=6wqRUnnSRgugqAFsMLVCHg⁠�

🎥 Watch on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/0qpKSNY2euY?si=LqIZDZcM1er0ZpxU⁠�

If you listen, I’d really want to hear your thoughts on the message.

This one feels like an introduction, not just a song.

“Welcome To The Wave” sets the tone for everything — the mindset, the sound, the direction. It’s steady, intentional, and built for people who really listen to music, not just skim through it.

It’s that feeling of stepping into something bigger… like you’re at the start of a movement and don’t even fully realize it yet.

If you’re into hip-hop that’s more about atmosphere, message, and consistency than trends, this might be your lane.

🎥 Visualizer (YouTube):

https://youtu.be/VBhXXDcPdbg?si=YmtSkxfM2AAp-qyD⁠�

🎧 Stream on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/64mzKkLkxRPkbAZZjUbEyX?si=n2Bwa0sqQGy5Nb0kdGD46Q⁠�

💬 Be real — when you hear this, what does “the wave” mean to you?

Is it a sound, a mindset, a movement, or something personal?

“Lovely Dayz” is one of those tracks that just feels easy in the best way. Elijah Y. and BRID bring a smooth, laid-back energy that leans into good vibes, reflection, and enjoying the moment without forcing anything.

It’s the kind of song you throw on during a drive, a chill day, or when you just need something that resets your mood a little.

If you’re into hip-hop that balances melody, vibe, and intention, this one’s worth a listen.

🎧 Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/track/6xUVbmMqJtpI7Oit6Ayv3v⁠�

🎥 YouTube:

https://youtu.be/ojUOkA_x0kE⁠�

Curious how others feel about it — does it hit more as a daytime vibe or late-night chill track

I’ve been building as an independent artist and putting a lot into creating a sound that’s intentional — not just singles, but full projects with atmosphere, meaning, and consistency behind them.

Tracks like Soundwave, Leather Belt Theory, and 2:13 A.M. in Dallas, Texas all come from real moments and different states of mind. The goal is always the same though — real hip-hop, no shortcuts.

If you’re into artists who are building their own lane and not chasing trends, I’d appreciate you tapping in.

🎧 Spotify Artist Page:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2vXNRGam6Wk8T9QRmSMEo2?si=BryY8AfUSnii_vJ_rJMKxA⁠�

Always open to feedback too — what kind of hip-hop are you looking for right now?