ZP Ratik - Float (Official Music Video) #WeatherArchives
It has been a strong start of 2021 for ZP Ratik with back to back weeks of new music and videos for the whole first quarter. One that really resonated with myself was the record “Float” which had a video that dropped back in January. For months this would be the first song I would listen to in the morning. Something about the cadence in the hook or the lyrical finesse across the verses really just drew inspirations. This song got me through long mornings when I would not be as rested as I could be. The monotony of everyday life was really broken up and my mornings would really be refreshed by this song.
One thing you need to know about ZP Ratik is that he is self sufficient. This song is a celebration of perseverance through all the years of people not really seeing the potential that he knew he always had. It took many years of mastering the craft from being his own engineer, learning how to improve his sonics, and then applying the energy from the booth towards controlling a crowd. The first time I saw ZP perform was in 2016. He was the first opener that I ever saw with their own merchandise booth and team with him. When he hopped on stage, you could have fooled me and said that he was the headlining act. The way the crowd engaged with ZP had me feeling like they were all here to see him. After that, every appearance from ZP that I caught at shows was only a further development of the same observations.
In fact, at a Yung Simmie concert in 2016, ZP was the first and only opening act that I have seen get an encore. The fans were so enamored with ZP’s energy that they began to chant “one more song.” ZP gave them what they wanted and everyone went bananas. It it moments like that, that remind me that the grind has been slow and steady. He has always earned his keep as an artist, so this song really solidifies the lasting impression that he has had on my own life. A true inspiration and the content of his messages come from a real place. The song really speaks for itself. When I hear ZP encourage the listeners to bet on themselves and trust in the process, my thinking reaffirms positive thoughts that water manifestation of growth.
If you can take anything away from this song, it is to lead by example. By doing your due diligence, you will avoid a disservice to yourself. Remember, energy does not go to waste, where you place it will reciprocate.
Go stream Float on all platforms and follow ZP Ratik for more new music soon! Expect something very new from him in the future.
— the weather watcher 🌦🛰