Montreal rapper Raccoon, known for his sensitive and powerful lyrics, returns to the forefront with a fourth album that promises to make an impression: Porter le coup, oublié. Porter la marque, se souvenir.
The Montreal rapper Raccoon, known for his sensitive and hard-hitting lyrics, returns to the forefront with a fourth album that promises to make an impression: Take the blow, forget. Take the mark, remember.
A sincere and introspective project in which the artist delves into the heart of the social issues that concern him. After having examined his own questions about identity in C00N: La prophétie (2022), Raccoon broadens its field of vision to examine the ills that plague Quebec society.
From the lingering aftereffects of corporal punishment to the ravages of gun violence among young people, the album tackles sensitive subjects with disarming frankness. Far from clichés and taboos, Raccoon invites a deep reflection on our relationship with violence and its consequences.
The album's title, heavy with cultural meaning, is an adaptation of the Haitian proverb Bay Kou Blye Pote Mak Sonje. This rallying cry, used to denounce the atrocities of the regime of Duvalier, becomes under the pen of Raccoon a symbol of resilience and collective memory.
The artist questions the invisible scars that violence leaves, both on those who suffer it and on those who inflict it.
"By trying to understand the mechanisms of violence, I became aware of the harm I had caused to those around me," Raccoon confides.
"I realized that executioners are often wounded victims. I wanted to develop empathy for them." An introspective approach that shines through throughout the album.
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Through collaborations with talented young producers such as Beatatsbygallo, Agoldencoast and K.Status, Raccoon offers us a rich and varied sound palette, where drill, trap, afropop and dance influences intersect. Take the blow, forget. Take the mark, remember. is intended to be a message of hope and unity, a call to overcome the social and political divisions that fragment our society.
The album, mixed and mastered by Alexandre Papineau (Toosik), is available now on all digital platforms via Rico Rich Productions and Believe. In parallel with the album release, Raccoon unveils the powerful video for the song " Free such a" , directed by Felix Bellefleur.
A raw and realistic look into the daily lives of some rappers, often from disadvantaged backgrounds and facing crime. The video highlights the difficulties these artists face reintegrating into society after a stint in prison, while denouncing the stigma they face.
Album Launch
Raccoon invites you to celebrate the release of its new album during two special events:
