Rexx Life Raj Emerges from Grief and Finds a New Rhythm

or over a decade, Rexx Life Raj’s music has been a beacon of refreshing lyricism and intricate musicianship. His expansive catalog includes collaborations with Goapele, Mozzy, Russ, Wale, Terrace Martin, ALLBLACK, Larry June, Kehlani, Dame Lillard and Fireboy DML.

And while guest appearances are impressive, what sets Raj apart is his ability to create music about the universe within himself, in all its forms.

He drops comical bars about psilocybin one minute, and makes astute observations from his perspective as a Black man in the U.S. the next. He raps and sings over melodic bass-heavy tracks, while penning personal stories that invite his listeners to connect more deeply.

Now, the artist behind the Father Figure and California Poppy series of EPs is at a critical career juncture. Raj’