Recently 500-lb recording artist Dave Blunts has been going viral for more than the uber repetitive hook in his new codeine-filled single "The Cup".
I have 2 dueling perspectives on this song and Dave. One is about him, the other the song. And it's created this weird love-"unlove" dichotomy (no hate over here, couldn't think of a better way to phrase it in the subject).
Who is Dave Blunts
Dave Blunts (aka Davion Blessing) is a rapper/recording artist from Los Angeles by way of Salt Lake City, UT. He's gone viral for not only his sometimes-controversial "shock value" lyrics (which is funny to say when I think of all the Eminem, horrorcore, and battle rap I grew up on lol) but also for his weight. He's clocking in at a reported 500lbs.
And for those who are new, Big Pun is my favorite rapper of all time, and he died at 698lbs.
I also grew up on syrup-sipping southern rap, too. I mean the UGK's and Big M.O.E.'s (RIP) of the world. So it's not a content issue either but I'm feeling conflicted.
The Pros and Cons (Melody, VFX, and Sadness)
So I was watching a snippet on IG that's been going viral and right before it cuts off I can hear this little teaser of what this kid can be. He hits this note and carries this little melody for a few lines at the 1:09 mark in the video and I'm stuck on it. I love that part and I've replayed it a few times. I'll probably do it again after I write this.
As a big fan of animation, I'm all about the crazy over the tope visual effects. Dope. I'm all for it. Doesn't quite make sense to me but who cares, it kept me entertained.
But I debated sharing this because of what should be some obvious issues and that's feeling that my support comes off as support of the lifestyle which is a wild weight problem and drug addiction.
Him saying "I can't put down the cup" isn't just a catchy and way overused line in the hook (over half the song I'd bet); but feels like an addiction and it kinda makes me sad, freewill be damned.
But I hope this kid gets some help in his personal life because if that little run at the 1:09 mark I mentioned is indicative of the potential this kid has, then it'd be a shame to lose another one to something preventable.
So...now that I've completely killed the mood, enjoy "the Cup".
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