Stoop Lee‘s “Hooptie Doo” is a slice of Detroit’s soulful hip-hop scene, wrapped in the feel of gliding down the city’s streetlight lit boulevards. Produced by whyandotte and Jacob Sigman, this track off the BLUE VERSION TAPE album, rides on a nostalgic wave, bolstered by MPC2000 styled drums and synthy bass notes. Lee, alongside Curtis Roach, spins a chill coming of age account that’s as much about the journey as the destination.
The lyrics, “Said I’m riding in my Nissan, drive by me in my city and I probably throw the peace sign,” encapsulate the vibe of the song: laid-back, reflective, and deeply connected to Lee‘s Detroit roots. Curtis Roach‘s feature lends depth to the track, illustrating the dreams of youth and the authentic emotional journey of growing up. Their voices blend, telling a story not just of a car, but of life’s journey, underscored by a chorus that repeats, “nowhere to run, nowhere to go.”
The accompanying music video, a creation by the ext.night creative team, perfectly conveys the song’s vibe. Scenes of Stoop and Curtis cruising in a white Honda Civic convertible, interspersed with shots of Detroit’s nightlife, amplify the track’s message of simple joys. “Hooptie Doo” offers a slice of life, wrapped in beats and bars.
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