R&B Duo Dvsn On The Uncomfortably Honest Conversations Created By Their Music
essence.comSEPT 5th, this Toronto-based duo has made a unique mark on the genre of R&B, and thrived on normalizing the often-uncomfortable situations that arise throughout the course of an intimate relationship.Late last month, dvsn dropped a new single titled “If I Get Caught,” a song that speaks about infidelity from the point of view of a successful male.
The reaction after its release was polarizing to say the least, because the song resonated with so many of its listeners. These two talented musicians spoke to ESSENCE about their new track, linking up with the incomparable Jermaine Dupri, and the anticipation for their upcoming album.“Real life,” Daniel said of the inspiration behind their new single. “It’s an honest conversation.
It’s one that’s uncomfortable for a lot of people to have. But it’s a conversation that has been staring us all in the face, which is why it’s getting the reaction that it is.”That reaction that he is speaking of came from thousands of users on social media.
There were many opinions from several different perspectives – some positive, some negative, but all came from each person’s individual experiences. “A lot of people feel a lot of different ways about what’s being said because it’s a reality that they’re living in right now,” stated Daley.“What’s most important for us is that people understand that this is a story – the album is in story form,” the singer continued. “That was chapter one, and that chapter is really just dealing with ego, and the mentality that goes into doing the kinds of things and feeling the kinds of ways that leave you bold enough to say things like that.
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