Doechii Drops “DENIAL IS A RIVER” Video: A Genre-Bending Odyssey
Doechii, the rising star whose mixtape “Alligator Bites Never Heal” is clawing its way towards Grammy glory (Best Rap Album, anyone?), has finally unleashed the music video for the project’s standout track, “DENIAL IS A RIVER.”
This visually arresting and thematically dense offering, co-directed by Carlos Acosta and James Mackel, transcends the boundaries of a typical music video, transforming into a genre-bending odyssey that will leave viewers mesmerized.
This song is a full-fledged artistic experience, a swirling vortex of emotions and styles that pays homage to the golden age of 90s sitcoms while simultaneously showcasing her undeniable charisma and artistic depth.
The video boasts a star-studded cast of characters, with cameos from industry heavyweights like ScHoolboy Q, Earl Sweatshirt, and Baby Tate, each adding their own unique flavor to the already potent concoction.
Doechii, the undeniable star of the show, navigates the narrative with remarkable ease, seamlessly shifting between comedic moments, introspective monologues, and scenes reminiscent of a heart-wrenching telenovela (catch the “La Rosa de Doechii” segment for a taste of this unexpected twist).
This genre-blending approach is a testament to her artistic fearlessness, and willingness to deconstruct conventional music video formulas and forge a path entirely her own.
The release of the video comes at a pivotal moment in her career. With “Alligator Bites Never Heal” clawing its way up the charts and Grammy nominations secured in the coveted Best New Artist and Best Rap Performance categories, Doechii is poised for superstardom.
This visually stunning and thematically rich video serves as a powerful declaration of her artistic intent, a glimpse into the boundless creative universe she inhabits.
So, buckle up, hit play, and prepare to be swept away by the mesmerizing world of “DENIAL IS A RIVER.”
You might just find yourself laughing, crying, and pondering the complexities of human existence all within the span of a few minutes.
Quotable Lyrics:
Remember old dude from 2019?
Nice clean ni**a, did me dirtier than laundry (Than laundry)
Took a scroll through his IG
Just to get a DM from his wifey (What the f**k?)
I was so confused, what should Doechii do?
She didn’t know about me and I didn’t know ’bout Sue
I open up the messages and had to hit the zoom
Turns out the girl was really a dude? (Gotd*mn)
Ni**a think he slicked back ’til I slipped back
Got my lick back, turned a ni**a to a knick-knack (To a knick-knack)
I moved on, dropped a couple of songs
And then I went and got signed, now it’s 2021
