Jean~Baptiste Says No More “Maybe Next Year”

An inspirational hip-hop tune that encourages us to focus on the positives in order to reach our goals.

JeanBaptiste, a Tampa Bay-based Haitian American hip-hop artist, has been making waves with his unique approach to music. Before the release of his debut single in 2020, Jean-Baptiste spent years mastering his craft, ensuring every aspect of his artistry was honed to perfection. His creations highlight an impressive blend of lyricism, clever wordplay, and vivid storytelling, delivered through a variety of innovative flows. The artist seamlessly incorporates elements from other genres, showcasing his adaptability to the ever-evolving music scene, global events, and personal experiences.

Influenced by musical legends such as Kanye West, J Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Pharrell, Tyler the Creator, Anderson .Paak, The Notorious B.I.G., Frank Ocean, Dom Kennedy, and A Tribe Called Quest, Jean~Baptiste’s sound is both timeless and refreshingly contemporary. His latest release, “Maybe Next Year,” is a testament to his creative vision and ability to connect with listeners through raw emotion and captivating energy.

With an instantly immersive backdrop of hypnotic tones and mood-enhancing beats, “Maybe Next Year” creates the perfect emotionally stirring backdrop that nicely highlights the tune’s introspective narrative. Lyrics like “Speaking on behalf of regret some can’t express theirs, RIP to what I once was I pay respect there, 365 lets take some time and reflect here, Last year sure wasn’t it but no more maybe next year” hear the artist reflect on pushing past self-doubt, stop procrastinating, and start working towards a brighter future. Fueled by its motivational message and some sweet soulful sounds, Jean~Baptiste gifts us with an inspirational hip-hop tune that encourages us to focus on the positives in order to reach our goals. So press play and let the words of “Maybe Next Year” remind you that there’s no time like the present.