It’s been a few months months since we’ve heard from New England native Jep Roadie. The Cape Verdean emcee has returned from a brief hiatus with a new track, and a newfound appreciation for life. As per his usual M.O., the multi-talented artist is a one man show on “Let’s Find Heaven,” having done the bars, production, and the hook. This time, he also did the artwork.
Says Jep:
“Last week, I fainted due to the high blood pressure pill I was taking. Not to mention the panic attack that I was having. At that moment, I realized how quick everything can disappear. Everything faded to black, just as fast as I could say ‘Dad, I am going to pass out.’ Sh*t was scary. Having anxiety makes that situation even worse. Everyday since, every minute, I have been just awaiting that feeling. I have been expecting to faint, I have been terrified that I am going to. I haven’t. Since then, I recorded this song. Basically, for my own comfort. Granted, I know there are millions of people going through something way worse and I pray for them everyday. Sometimes it is just good to know that God will see you through it. I will tell you this. Ever since that moment, I have been awakened. I have learned to become unafraid. Accepting the inevitable, if you will. I have learned who I really am, I think. Your mind is a powerful thing. Use it the way God intended. This song is about finding the light when all you see is darkness. “
Describing the inspiration behind his artwork, he says:
“Represents a doctor on a sofa, smoking a cigarette, and watching tv. The man has the head of a ‘plague doctor.’ The plague doctors wore masks to avoid getting the bubonic plague back in the day. I created the artwork because I feel like we trust doctors as if they are more than human. But they are just like us. After they leave the office, they are free to do whatever. They can make mistakes and they do. Trust your mind, body, and soul. You will always know what is best for you. You will feel it. Don’t leave your life in anyone else’s hands but God’s.”