Dubbed as a 4D producer, he exhibits the importance of not being 1 dimensional when it comes to creating his art. Despite becoming increasingly popular within the Hip Hop and R&B scene, P.R has expanded his horizons by creating Nu-Jazz, Soul, Chill-Out, Lounge and House music.
His inspiration is drawn from his life and observing the world around him, which has created his passion to create positive music with good vibes or what he refers to it as “feel good music”. He loves to experiment with different moods of music by fusing multiple genres of current and past music.
He is influenced by Life, Sound, Film and Music. The main influences in his production style have been the great works of DJ Premier, Nujabes, 9th Wonder, Kanye West, J Dilla & Alchemist, just to name a few,
In 2006 he committed himself to focusing on producing music seriously, whilst studying at university to complete his bachelor of Electronic Arts. His rentless drive started paying off as he was starting to get more attention and started to establish himself as a serious music producer.
In January 2010, he released his debut mixtape “Pre-Heated” which was hosted by world famous DJ/Producer “Statik Selektah”. The mixtape featured artists from around the world such as Naledge (from Kidz in the Hall), Chaundon, Mystro, Carla Waye, 13th Son & many others. The mixtape achieved great accomplishment clocking over 15,000 downloads, as well as being featured on over 100 websites, magazine articles and landing some radio air time.
In April 2010, he received a bachelor degree after completing his 4 year course in Electronic Arts, which he had studied Digital Music as one of his main subjects.
In May 2011, he produced and released an e.p titled “Bridging The Gap” for New York veteran “Ali Vegas”, with fellow Sydney music partner “The Iron Ghost”, under their duo music group called “Sound Kamp”.
On June 03, 2012, he released his debut solo e.p titled “Introspection”, through U.K based label “Cult Classic Records”. So far, the new e.p brought in over 8000 downloads, earning them a big bunch of new fans, constant twitter, facebook and blog posts, radio play, and a buzz that is still going strong.
“Introspection, is laced with a seamless mix of chill jazz-infused hip-hop production. Though mainly an instrumental project, the six track EP includes guest appearances from Carla Waye, Substantial and Funky DL.” - EarMilk.com
To date, P.R has worked with people from all around the globe. In Australia, Asia, Europe and America. He plans to travel around Asia in 2012 to expand his music into the Asian market by working with Asian artists and labels, as well as follow in the footsteps of one of his biggest musical influences “Nujabes”, by taking on the Jazz fused Hip-Hop genre and getting recognized in the Japanese & Korean music scenes.
His love for music & the cultures, as well as the joy and thrill of making music and experiencing other artists embrace and use it, are what drives him to continuously create and produce.
Better Off
P.R Lyrics
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While my white hands try to write me free
I'm tired of drawing on my eyes
I'm tired of wasting words that keep me locked inside
I want to say how much your love has pushed me away;
Maybe it's better off this way
And these bruises seem to stay
she's calling me out to go again
I'm tired of drawing on my eyes
I'm tired of wasting words that keep me locked inside
I want to say how much your love has pushed me away;
Maybe it's better off this way
Its all running again
Pumping fumes to my head
She's calling me out to go again
Its all running again
Pumping fumes to my head
She's calling me out to go again
I'm tired of drawing on my eyes
I'm tired of wasting words that keep me locked inside
I want to say how much your love has pushed me away;
Maybe it's better off this way
The lyrics of PR's song "Better Off" portray a struggling relationship that is heading towards its end. The singer feels trapped and tries to write himself free, but his attempts are unfruitful. He is exhausted from trying to hide his emotions and words that he feels are keeping him locked inside. The singer acknowledges that his partner's love has pushed him away, and it may be better for them to part ways.
The metaphor of being "pinned against this barbed wire fence" suggests a sense of being trapped and in pain. The line "More hits have kicked me than a chorus line" implies that the singer has experienced a lot of pain in his life, and the bruises he has gotten have stayed with him. He feels like he is constantly being called out to go again, and the feeling of emotions is causing him to pump fumes to his head. The repetition of the line "I'm tired of drawing on my eyes, I'm tired of wasting words that keep me locked inside" emphasizes that he is trying to hide his pain but is tired of pretending.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got me pinned against this barbed wire fence,
I feel trapped and confined in this difficult situation.
While my white hands try to write me free
I am struggling to find a way out of this situation.
I'm tired of drawing on my eyes
I am exhausted from pretending everything is okay when it is not.
I'm tired of wasting words that keep me locked inside
I am frustrated with myself for not being able to express my true feelings.
I want to say how much your love has pushed me away;
I wish I could tell you how your actions have hurt me and pushed me away.
Maybe it's better off this way
Perhaps it is best for us to part ways and move on.
More hits have kicked me than a chorus line
I have experienced a lot of pain and struggle in my life.
And these bruises seem to stay
The emotional wounds I have suffered do not seem to heal.
she's calling me out to go again
Someone is urging me to leave this situation and move on.
Its all running again
Everything is coming back to me all at once.
Pumping fumes to my head
My emotions and thoughts are overwhelming me.
She's calling me out to go again
Someone is still pushing me to leave and move on from this situation.
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