Blending smooth production with sharp lyricism, South Manchester’s JZH delivers a bold exploration of ambition and relationships in “Wayz N Meanz“.
JZH, an R&B and hip-hop artist from South Manchester with South Asian heritage, brings a fresh energy to the UK music scene.
Rooted in old-school R&B influences and inspired by the bouncy production styles of icons like Timbaland, JZH crafts music that’s both nostalgic and contemporary.
His lyrical approach blends emotional depth with clever wordplay, capturing themes of heartbreak, reality, and self-discovery.
The bass line deserves its own postcode, really. It doesn’t just hit; it excavates, carving out spaces in the mix where that ghostly vocal sample plays hide-and-seek with your eardrums.
There’s something almost architectural about how the track is built – like walking through Deansgate-Castlefield station at midnight, where industrial heritage meets modern gleam. The production manages to feel both expensive and underground, which is a neat trick if you can pull it off.
JZH’s latest single, “Wayz N Meanz”, is an unapologetic fusion of smooth production and razor-sharp lyricism. The track’s heavy basslines and catchy melodies form a vibrant backdrop for JZH’s confident delivery.
With slick wordplay, he navigates the complexities of maintaining a desired lifestyle, weaving in pop culture and football references that give the track both authenticity and swagger.
The standout line, “tryna press me but you’re moving with a false nine”, is a sharp nod to football strategy, cleverly mirroring relationship dynamics with tactical bravado.
The production leans into modern melodic rap, echoing the sounds of artists like A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and Jordan Adetunji, but with a distinctly British flair.
A subtle vocal sample hums beneath the bass, adding a smooth, hypnotic layer that contrasts JZH’s assertive flow. This duality makes Wayz N Meanz both hard-hitting and infectious—designed for both introspective listening and turning up.
What makes JZH stand out is his ability to merge bravado with vulnerability. While the track flexes with confidence, it doesn’t shy away from exploring the friction in relationships and the internal conflicts of desire and self-image. It’s a delicate balance that feels effortless in JZH’s hands.
It’s a compelling glimpse into JZH’s artistry—confident yet reflective, grounded yet ambitious.