Rich Off Drugs by Duvy

Toronto Music Archive

Duvy's latest single, "Rich Off Drugs," is yet another smash. Duvy has been putting full pressure on everyone's necks over the past two years, and 2022 is only getting better. The music is getting better all the time, and the fan base is expanding. Duvy has his sound on lock. It's become a part of him; it's not a gimmick or a fad; it's his own. It's a sound that has taken the city by storm and established the standard for city's sound. Southside rappers were the forefathers of the new wave of street music culture in rap. The popular sound at least. Northside originated the music culture and took it to new heights, but individuals like LB Spiffy and now Duvy have made the entire city look and sound the best it's ever sounded. "Rich Off Drugs" is a powerful track with profound significance and important intentions. Duvy’s flows and cadence are a staple in every track but the pain in his voice and the meaningful lyrics are what have set the tone for his career. He makes that pain music and that genuine street talk without the clout chasing aspect. Duvy is pure music, and everyone, including his opps, respects him for it. The tune itself features an addictive melody and rhythm, as well as a quick and forceful beat that gives energy and sets the tone for the track. Duvy's iconic ad libs and pitch changes throughout the track are always the highlights; he does it so effectively that we all come to expect it on every single. But what's interesting is how he changes it and makes it sound different every time. Duvy is without a doubt one of the greats, and his career is only getting started. He is Toronto's next star, and with our ever expanding scene, he will not be the last.

Written by Maxim Bayarsky