Get ready for a lyrical journey with McKinley Dixon’s recently released album “Beloved! Paradise! Jazz?!” Named after Toni Morrison’s trilogy, this RIchmond Virginia-based rapper brings literary ambitions to life. The lead single, “Run, Run, Run,” delves into the harsh realities of gun violence, seamlessly blending poignant lyrics with a perky, jazzy production.

McKinley Dixon fearlessly intertwines his literary influences, opening the album with a reading of Toni Morrison’s work by poet Hanif Abdurraqib.

“Run, Run, Run” shifts the focus from fiction to fact, with Dixon passionately addressing the pervasive impact of gun violence—from childhood games to the harsh reality of adulthood. The production, featuring a loose drumbeat and jazzy flutes, provides a backdrop to Dixon’s heartfelt reflections.

The addictive chorus echoes Dixon’s experiences, “Running from the guns, point and shoot. Who thought the hardest part would be for me to stay down?” The verses accelerate, spotlighting the moment make-believe transforms into truth, capturing the essence of resilience in the face of adversity.

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