From the vibrant streets of Windhoek, Namibia, emerges a voice that defies sonic boundaries and reshapes the modern narrative of African hip-hop. Proklaim is a visionary, a creator whose work reflects the rhythm of revolution and the pulse of purpose. With a rare versatility that sees him both rapping and singing with equal impact, Proklaim fuses lyrical depth with an instinct for genre-melding production, creating music that speaks across borders, languages, and cultures. His artistic journey is steeped in authenticity. Proklaim is a self-motivated powerhouse, driven by a desire to craft progressive, spiritually resonant soundscapes that connect with the listener on multiple levels. Unlike many artists tethered to trends or commercial expectations,
Proklaim forges his path through creative intuition. His music is intentional, often born out of spontaneous energy, a freestyle of the soul laid over beats that challenge and inspire. In an age where the music industry often prioritizes polish over purpose, Proklaim offers a refreshing alternative. Every release is an extension of his identity, rooted in African storytelling and global perspective. He records at Pen Pushaz Studios, and his sound is sharpened and elevated through a collaborative partnership with Wojtek Majewski of Audio Art Namibia, whose mixing and mastering expertise brings clarity and cohesion to each project. Whether drawing from the golden era of boom bap or infusing the pulse of South African club rhythms, Proklaim’s artistry stands as a bridge between the ancestral and the contemporary, a reflection of Africa’s past, present, and limitless future.
Released on July 17, 2025, CREEPIN/FURTHER (2 IN 1) is a sonic expedition into unexplored terrain. In this bold and boundary-pushing track, Proklaim blends the gritty foundations of boom bap with the irresistible sway of South African Amapiano, creating a rare fusion that feels both ancient and futuristic. Crafted from a place of pure instinct, the track was written and recorded swiftly, capturing the immediate inspiration Proklaim felt from the beats. Choruses were sung and ad-libbed in the moment, letting the sound lead the emotion. The result is an electrifying two-part experience, one that creeps with spiritual tension and then bursts forward with movement and cultural rhythm. Recorded at Pen Pushaz Studios and polished at Audio Art Namibia, CREEPIN/FURTHER (2 IN 1) stands as a declaration of artistic independence and innovation. It’s a song that defies easy classification, a genre-bending, heart-thumping, thought-provoking piece of music that captures the essence of Proklaim’s mission: to create progressive sound that speaks across nations and generations.
Proklaim’s CREEPIN/FURTHER (2 IN 1) isn’t just a two-part track stitched together, it’s a fully realized musical odyssey that pushes beyond the borders of genre and predictability. From the very beginning, the song makes it clear this isn’t ordinary hip-hop. The opening moments feel completely untethered from anything familiar, a soundscape that’s deeply textured and alien in the most exciting way. Melodies echo with a kind of futuristic mystique, soaked in reverb and suspended in time. Beneath it all, there’s a quiet folk-like guitar pluck that gives a subtle earthiness, grounding the track in human emotion. This strange and beautiful introduction defies classification. It feels like stepping into a foreign dream, or discovering an uncharted space within music itself. The textures don’t just introduce a mood, they expand it, bending the listener’s expectations before a single word is uttered.
That sense of immersion only deepens with the entrance of Proklaim’s voice, which doesn’t come in lightly, it erupts in layers. The initial vocal arrangement isn’t just artistic, it’s architectural. Proklaim builds a wall of harmonies from his own voice, stacking tones and textures until it becomes a choir of one. These vocal layers flutter and swirl like birds at dawn, moving in sync yet each bringing its own shade of resonance. It’s haunting and powerful, an invocation rather than an intro. And yet, for all its spiritual vastness, there’s still clarity and intention in his delivery. The voice that cuts through is confident, raw, and immovable. He’s not introducing himself, he’s establishing his presence. That balance between the surreal harmonics and the solid foundation of his lead vocal sets the tone for everything that follows. This is music that speaks on multiple levels at once, emotionally, rhythmically, and spiritually.
When the beat finally drops, the track finds its rhythmic heart without abandoning the atmosphere it built. There’s an unmistakable retro hip-hop influence that emerges, crackling snares, punchy drum loops, and head-nodding bounce, but Proklaim doesn’t settle into nostalgia. Instead, he fuses it with modern underground synth flows and a quietly intense energy that’s difficult to pin down. The burning synths weave like smoke through the rhythm, while the basslines pulse with a deep, infectious thump that commands movement. It’s downtempo in tempo but high-energy in execution, a sound that simmers, not sprints. Proklaim’s voice flows with ease and authority over this groove. His delivery is tight and unwavering, his cadence controlled yet full of fire. And beneath that voice, multiple vocal lines subtly drift in and out, adding warmth, depth, and dimension to the flow. There’s no filler here, every bar serves a purpose, and every sound feels placed with intention.
Midway through, the song enters a moment of stillness, spoken-word clarity that resets the emotional compass. This section feels like stepping outside for air after a long internal monologue. The production softens slightly, and Proklaim speaks with careful conviction, grounding the listener in a moment of pure expression. It’s the kind of lyrical pause that gives depth to the surrounding momentum, reminding us that this track is built not just on rhythm but on message. But just as quickly as the quiet settles in, a transition strikes with unexpected force, like a wave crashing through the calm. And with that, the track transforms once more, lifting itself into a bold and vibrant new energy that explodes with fresh color and movement. This isn’t a simple beat switch, it’s a second life, executed with flawless cohesion. The sonic shift feels like an arrival, as if the first half of the track was preparing us for this moment all along.
What unfolds next is an electrifying fusion of Afrobeat rhythm, hip-hop attitude, and the unmistakable bounce of amapiano logdrums. The beat is alive with movement, laced with synth melodies that shimmer across the mix like light bouncing off water. The logdrums roll in with intensity, thick, pulsing, and hypnotic, while the Afrobeat groove holds everything together with a vibrant cultural pulse. Proklaim’s voice rises to match this new energy. His tone is fresh and revitalized, cutting across the rhythm with lyrical dexterity and a clear sense of joy. You can feel the synergy between his vocal presence and the beat, each elevating the other. And the consistency of the production throughout this section is masterful. The textures are layered but never cluttered, the transitions are silky, and the flow never loses momentum. It’s the kind of sonic landscape that makes you move without asking permission. And within the rhythm lies a cultural richness, as Proklaim weaves in lyrical twists that speak to both identity and unity.
CREEPIN/FURTHER (2 IN 1) is a genre-bending journey blending spirit, rhythm, and culture. Proklaim turns sound into soulful storytelling.
By the time the track concludes, there’s no doubt that CREEPIN/FURTHER (2 IN 1) is one of Proklaim’s most fully realized pieces of work. It’s a bold creative risk executed with precision, from the alien atmospheres of the intro to the hypnotic fire of the outro. Few tracks manage to balance experimentation and accessibility so seamlessly. It’s deeply introspective yet undeniably groovy. It’s spiritual, but grounded in swagger. It’s meditative and danceable at once. More than just a song, this is an experience, layered, textured, and driven by a clear artistic voice. Proklaim doesn’t just rap or perform, he constructs soundscapes that speak across cultures and emotional states. CREEPIN/FURTHER (2 IN 1) doesn’t ask for your attention, it earns it, holds it, and rewards it. A stunning, genre-bending journey from beginning to end.
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