Just a Kid With a Backpack
Music has always been more than just sound to me—it’s an experience, a language, and a source of inspiration that transcends words. From the moment I first heard the pulse of a beat or the poetry of a lyric, I was hooked. Music moves me, shapes me, and provides a space where I can be both lost and found. I love how a song can take me back to a memory, a feeling, or even a place I’ve never been but somehow recognize. Whether it’s hip-hop, soul, jazz, or something entirely unexpected, I am drawn to music’s vibe, rhythm, and storytelling power. It has the ability to connect people across time, space, and experience—bridging emotions that are often too deep for words alone.
From a young age, I found my own voice through music, first as a lyricist and later as a creator. I started writing songs in the fourth grade, trying to mirror the cadence and creativity of my musical heroes. Over time, what started as imitation became a form of self-expression, therapy, and storytelling. I’ve always believed that music is a reflection of life—its struggles, triumphs, and everything in between. My passion for music has led me to produce my own albums, blending spoken word, hip-hop, and soul influences to craft a sound that is deeply personal yet universally relatable. Music is where I turn to process, to celebrate, to create. It’s more than just a passion—it’s the soundtrack of my life.
From a young age, I found my own voice through music, first as a lyricist and later as a creator. I started writing songs in the fourth grade, trying to mirror the cadence and creativity of my musical heroes. Over time, what started as imitation became a form of self-expression, therapy, and storytelling. I’ve always believed that music is a reflection of life—its struggles, triumphs, and everything in between. My passion for music has led me to produce my own albums, blending spoken word, hip-hop, and soul influences to craft a sound that is deeply personal yet universally relatable. Music is where I turn to process, to celebrate, to create. It’s more than just a passion—it’s the soundtrack of my life.
Below The Clouds| An Instrumental Experience (2020)
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This album is an instrumental journey through love, failure, pain, and the process of healing—told through the sounds of a man rebuilding himself.
I created these tracks during a period of my life when I was battling depression, insecurity, guilt, stress, and self-destructive habits. At the time, I couldn’t find the right words to express what I was feeling, so I turned to music. The beats were raw, unpolished, and deeply personal—sounds that unknowingly reflected the depths of my soul. For nearly six years, I couldn’t bring myself to listen to them. They pulled me back into that emotional space, one that I wasn’t ready to revisit. But over time, I made peace with that chapter of my life. Each beat carries a story, a moment, a lesson. Inspired by my favorite film, "Love Jones," this album weaves together an instrumental narrative of struggle, growth, and the quiet strength that comes from embracing one’s past. Apple Music | Spotify | |
"24" Instrumental Mixtape (2016)
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This album was the prelude to hope—a reflection of transformation unfolding before I even realized it. At the time, I couldn’t see the massive shifts happening in my life, but in hindsight, this project marked the beginning of a new chapter.
Released in 2016, four years after my first albums, this instrumental mixtape became a soundtrack to a period of change and transition. So much can shift within four years, and this album captures that evolution. Sonically, it moves away from the ruggedness of my earlier work, leaning instead into jazz-infused melodies and a smoother, more introspective sound—perhaps inspired by hope itself. The concept is simple yet profound: with 24 hours in a day, each track represents an emotion felt within those fleeting moments—a musical journey through the rhythm of time and transformation. Link: 24 | Mufali.mc (bandcamp.com) |
24 Hour Booth Instrumental Mixtape (2012)
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In 2010, my father took my brother and me on a much-needed trip to New York City—a trip that came at a pivotal moment in my life. I was unemployed, emotionally drained, and struggling with a long battle with depression. Yet, despite the weight I carried, this journey became a lifeline, offering me a brief but powerful escape into the pulse and energy of NYC. I savored soul food in Harlem, witnessed the shifting landscapes of gentrification in Brooklyn, stood in awe of Manhattan’s towering skyline, and felt the spirit of Wu-Tang Clan on Staten Island. New York gave me life when I needed it most, and from that moment on, the city held a permanent place in my heart.
This album is my ode to NYC—a tribute to a city that embraced me when I was at my lowest. Through its streets, sounds, and stories, I found inspiration, resilience, and renewal. This is my way of paying homage to the city that welcomed me with open arms. Link: 24 Hour Booth | Mufali.mc (bandcamp.com) |
Stereo Revolt Instrumental LP (2012)
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This was my first instrumental album, born out of a period of intense frustration and exhaustion—hence the album cover. At the time, my life felt like it was unraveling, and I was drained emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. Music became my outlet, the only place where I could channel what I couldn’t put into words.
That raw energy gave life to this album—a sonic time capsule of unfiltered emotion, capturing the rage, vulnerability, and honesty I felt in that moment. Looking back, I appreciate the ability to revisit this project and hear the depth of my emotions woven into each track. It’s more than just an album; it’s a reflection of resilience, a reminder that even in the darkest moments, creativity finds a way to speak. Link: Stereo Revolt | Mufali.mc (bandcamp.com) |