Lupe Fiasco has consistently demonstrated exceptional lyrical prowess, but with the influence of Amy Winehouse resonating within him, he has recently become even more formidable. “SOS” serves as yet another prime illustration of his abilities, showcasing not only his lyrical dexterity but also his production skills. He collaborated with Nicolas Isaiah and Anthony Perkins to produce this single, which is as polished as his verses.

The track features a jazzy soundscape enriched with soulful saxophones, creating a delightful auditory experience. Lupe masterfully dissects it with powerful and intricate rhyme structures. “Recorded this out in Califo, but feel like Dallas to a palindrome, a salad on my palette, bro / Still eat a cannibal sandwich, though, mix the poison with the antidote and terrorize the whole talent show / Metal detector, capture the underground sound made of pallets out my catacomb.”

The chorus poignantly reflects the essence of this entire Samurai era, as he emphasizes the importance of substance over mere style. Nevertheless, he possesses an abundance of the latter as well.

This marks the second release from his upcoming EP, Samurai DX. The digital edition will feature two new tracks from this series, with “SOS” being one of them. Additionally, there will be three remixes of songs from the 2024 project.

Those who purchase the vinyl will also receive instrumental versions of all five tracks. The release is scheduled for August 22.