The Song:
Unfortunate but true, absentee fathers have been a point of reference for countless hip-hop songs over the years. For Clear Label Records rapper Esinchill, though, who is celebrating the release of his sophomore album, Vigilante, an album that features the likes of Mistah F.A.B., Casual, Dave Hollister, and more, the focus is somewhat different. With his latest single, the Jake One-produced "Daddy Was A Sailorman," the Oakland emcee is instead shedding light on the other side of the story; the father who has put aside his own goals to focus on parenthood.
"Daddy Was A Sailorman" is a conceptual song that tells the story of a son and father who meet during a dream and begin to discuss the different life choices the father made and how those choices impacted their lives. "The inspiration for the song comes from me always admiring my dad and his willingness to put his own dreams and aspirations to the side and be accountable to the family he chose to start," says Esinchill, who also notes Edo G & The Bulldog's "Be A Father To Your Son" as an influence for his own song. Speaking to his father, 17 years old in the song, he talks about how "these Marshall, Texas walls are closing in" and instead of pursuing his passions or school, he joins the Navy. Accompanied by Jake One's mellow production and a soulful hook sung by Esinchill's father himself, he portrays a man confronted with a variety conflicts, including the decision to have kids. "It's one of many truths that you'll find on Vigilante," says Esinchill, "and they should be explored and discussed."
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Background:
You may not be familiar with West Coast rapper Esinchill (pronounced Essential), but you should be. A chance meeting with Digital Underground's legendary front man Shock G led to three national tour stints, progressing from roadie to opener to "stop the show, it's Esinchill time!" He's since went on to share stages and receive accolades from the likes of KRS-One, Redman, DJ Quik, and more, and so a career was born. Soon after, Esinchill released his debut, Everything To Lose, and has remained busy writing R&B tunes for artists including Latoya London (of American Idol fame), Lil' Stevie, Dave Hollister, and the legendary Lenny Williams for the song "Tuesday," which peaked for the soul singer at #23 on Urban AC radio. Now, Esinchill is prepping the release of his new album, Vigilante, which features Dave Hollister, Mistah F.A.B., Casual of Hieroglyphics, and production from Jake One. Vigilante will be released April 19, 2011 via Clear Label Records.
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