In a surprise move, Westside Gunn and Doechii have teamed up for a fresh remix of “Egypt,” featuring a captivating mix of their unique styles.
The collaboration kicks off with a snippet of Doechii chatting with DJ Ebro about her musical inspirations, notably MF Doom and, of course, Westside Gunn himself. Her words set the stage for an intriguing blend of talents as the duo takes turns delivering verses over a groovy Cee Gee Incorporated beat.
“Lately I’ve been into a lot of MF DOOM, rest in peace. Westside Gunn — he’s so talented,” Doechii confessed, clearly thrilled about the collaboration. The admiration is mutual as Westside Gunn expressed his gratitude: “I wanna Thank @officialdoechii for this Body Bag!!!! She’s ALWAYS gave me my [flowers emoji] and I’m forever grateful and humble, u didn’t have to bless me like this fresh from the Grammy win I REALLY [love heart emoji] this record it’s so FUN!!!!”
The combination of Doechii’s fiery delivery and Westside Gunn’s distinctive style has struck a chord with fans. It’s a testament to the power of musical collaboration, driven by mutual respect and admiration between artists.
Westside Gunn further praised Doechii’s contribution, noting, “I ALSO wanna say she bodied this the same day she heard the record last week, a true Emcee and she deserves everything she got, let’s keep pushing ART & CULTURE and let’s push this to the masses!!!!!!!!”
In the shadow of this artistic exchange, Westside Gunn also recently released his most personal project, simply titled “11,” a heartfelt homage to two of his closest friends. “I do wanna say this, it’s Hard for me to listen to it, I’ve cried every single time I’ve played it,” he admitted. Created in a single emotional day, the album arose from deeply personal experiences and conversations with friends facing tough times.
Dedicated to Sly Green, a Buffalo figure serving a lengthy prison sentence, and his late friend Big Dump, the album captures Gunn’s raw emotions. “This was from my heart, I really hope y’all enjoy my ART piece,” he shared, revealing the depth of personal investment in this work.
Through “11,” Gunn weaves a narrative of friendship, loss, and perseverance, offering listeners a poignant glimpse into his life experiences. It’s an artistic journey born out of love and respect, similar to the collaboration with Doechii, which highlights his unwavering commitment to authentic storytelling in music.
The remix of “Egypt” showcases the dynamic synergy between Westside Gunn and Doechii, merging their talents into a track that resonates with fans. Meanwhile, Gunn’s introspective album “11” further solidifies his position as a storyteller unafraid to bare his soul.
