“SLOW DOWN” By Cuzoh

Cuzoh, the gifted rapper and singer from Long Island, New York, makes a strong impact yet again with his newest single “Slow Down,” which was released on June 7th, 2025. This is a pressing release for the artist and follows years of silence in the music scene. It comes after he gained significant attention for having his music placed on ESPN, CBS Sports, Bleacher Report, as well as numerous cable shows. Now available on major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Tidal, “Slow Down” serves as a bold reintroduction that tells captivating stories set against poignant production while shedding light on real-life struggles faced by women in a world defined by power, money, crime, and survival.

“Slow Down” features soulful beats laced with emotion that beautifully match Cuzoh’s intense lyricism. A veteran of Antagonist Dragons-pit from Virginia produced the song and has worked closely with Cuzoh for years, evidence of chemistry built since the early 2000s can be found in every beat and bar added to the song. While resting within a moody soundscape that is polished yet intricate at the same time, vibrant layers come together to create an atmosphere where the story can unfold without any distractions, ensuring each word carries maximum weight. Production supports rather than overshadows, making sure that the deeper meanings behind words are revealed.

The core of “Slow Down” resides in its narrative, a cautionary tale focused on women trying to survive within the treacherous world of drug use, crime, and a desperate need for power and security. Cuzoh doesn’t pass judgment; instead, he offers a lens into a reality often glamorized or ignored. Amidst empathy and reflection, his lyrics describe what it means to exist in the paradox between survival and self-destruction, often painting vivid, haunting depictions in the process. While the characters may be fictional, the storyline is anchored within genuine societal problems, which adds to the track’s earnest rawness and urgency.

Even more captivating with this release is the inspiration behind it, which happens to be remarkably personal. The song idea came to Cuzoh during a 20-mile marathon training run – proof that physical endurance can ignite creative clarity. Moreover, this particular piece emotionally honors his late best friend, Kap Barbosa, who introduced him to Antagonist Dragonspit. This context not only gives “Slow Down” artistic value but also marks it with deep emotional significance, which metamorphoses the song from just telling a story into an impactful statement of memory, resilience, and purpose intertwined.

Cuzoh’s collaborations with Wyclef Jean, Layzie Bone from Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Jerry Wonda, and other giants have always overshadowed his solo projects. The versatility of Cuzoh's music has marked him out as an artist of substance. With “Slow Down,” he reconnects his fans to his spirit-lifting tracks, something meant to soothe the soul. All rap is a tad too commercial these days, but hip hop isn't dead yet, and Cuzoh proves there is still life left by keeping the world trendy where it stands.

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Written by Manuel