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As you listen to Nippa's nine-track EP, a tone of strength and resilience permeates from start to finish. Hope She Hears This introduces a different side of Nippa, starting with the opening track, "Insecure." The project, sonically, is a testament to Nippa's growth and a strong offering of R&B from the Tottenham native, showcasing his strength as an artist.
Executive produced by Sons of Sonix, the marriage of the production against Nippa's lyricism and vocal performance shows the project's strength. Across the nine songs, the openness and vulnerability in Nippa's lyrics bring out the growth and personal development you get from the project as a whole. The lyrics are raw and honest, delving into the complexities of relationships and the emotional aftermath of a breakup.
The advancement of his artistic journey among his counterparts has shown why he is one of the freshest voices from the UK. He can offer his abilities and bring his flair to any song he jumps on. With collaboration with the likes of Odeal, Larry June, Santino Le Saint, Craig David, and DJ Drama, to name a few, each track on the EP brings a unique blend of styles and influences, showcasing Nippa's versatility and the collective talent of the featured artists. He has also shared stages opening for the likes of Bryson Tiller and Jack Harlow, which are a testament to where he has gotten to since the release of his debut single 'Squeezin' Ya' back in 2019.
Arriving at Hope She Hears This feels like somewhat of a turning point for him. The songs themselves, as previously mentioned, are rooted in the growth and vulnerability that come from the display of personal development and self-reflection one goes through at the end of a relationship.
The storytelling on the project shows him hone in on his songwriting ability, really letting people into his inner thoughts, and experiences he has had that have led to the creation of the EP. Standouts include the opening track "Insecure", which will be heavily relatable in the feelings of never being enough when it comes to being in a relationship, and seeking that reassurance from a partner who is not giving much. The Ken Samson produced "Kiki's Brown Eyes" has a melody that matches the emotion of longing and reflecting of a lost love married perfectly with the visual offering that matches the essence of the songs reflective and reminiscent nature of a previous or lost love. Previously released single "Unfair" with thisizlondon releases the burden and feelings of staying in the relationship and walking away, whilst "WYD Here?" faces the inevitable situation of bumping into said ex.
Throughout the project, Nippa and his collaborators, including the likes of LONDON, Charlie Quarren-Evans, Ken Samson, Ovie Hunter, and Moses Samuels, create a solid synergy that flows across the tracks. This unity, not just in the lyrics but also in the music, creates an easy flow that is present throughout the project. The vibe itself makes it a great soundtrack to ease into the summer months, and with everything Nippa has put into the EP, it is undoubtedly one of his strongest bodies of work so far, and there is no doubt this is just the beginning.
