REJJIE SNOW PENS A LOVE LETTER TO 'RIO DE JANEIRO' IN LATEST SINGLE

Liam Tyler
Oct 4, 2024
2 min read

Rejjie Snow’s ‘Rio de Janeiro’ Is a Pen Pal Tribute to a City Like No Other

Rejjie Snow is back, and this time, he’s taking us on a journey straight to the heart of Brazil. His latest single, "Rio de Janeiro," is an atmospheric ode to the vibrant city, doubling as a love letter written in the form of a pen pal note. The track is part of his highly anticipated new album Peace 2 Da World, which drops on October 25th, and it's clear that Snow is pushing his creative boundaries more than ever before.

Inspired by Eminem’s legendary track "Stan," Rejjie Snow took on the challenge of crafting a song rooted in storytelling. "Rio de Janeiro" unfolds as a narrative, painting a vivid picture of the city’s pulsating energy and the personal connection Snow felt during his time there. There’s a real sense of nostalgia throughout, but the song also feels fresh, blending Snow’s lyrical introspection with a sun-soaked, carefree vibe that captures the spirit of Rio. Speaking on the process, Rejjie said,

"We were trying to make a record like Stan by Eminem & Dido, initially making a pen pal record which transpired into this. Then, after spending some time in Rio, I decided to dedicate a song to her."

Produced by longtime collaborator Rakhi, the track blends Rejjie’s smooth flow with layered beats and rich instrumentals that echo the vibrant streets of Rio. It’s a song that feels alive - both a personal reflection and an artistic celebration of a place that clearly left an impact on the Irish rapper.

For fans of Rejjie Snow, this single is an exciting glimpse into his upcoming album Peace 2 Da World, which promises to be his most ambitious project yet. And for those who’ve followed his career, it’s a reminder that Rejjie never stops evolving, always finding new ways to challenge himself creatively.

With a string of live dates planned for this autumn, including Dublin’s Olympia on November 6th and London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on November 20th, Rejjie Snow is ready to take this next chapter to the stage. And if "Rio de Janeiro" is anything to go by, it’s going to be an unmissable experience.

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