A fierce, vulnerable, and technically sharp performance from the independent powerhouse.

Russ is known for two major strengths: his wide-ranging versatility and his raw, uplifting honesty about life and the industry. But one skill people seriously underrate is his ability to snap on a track with straight-up force. His latest single, “Clue,” is a perfect reminder of that.

In “Clue,” Russ unloads years of emotional weight, revealing how constant pressure, trauma, and responsibility stripped away his peace and sense of self—all while people on the outside completely misread his struggle. The production starts soulful and heavy, then shifts into a sharper, faster tempo, giving the track a modern punch.

Over it, Russ delivers bars with urgency and grit, practically barking his frustrations with the energy of a man storming back into a restaurant to complain about cold fries he was given. He stays locked into the beat from start to finish, prioritizing raw truth over flashy punchlines or gimmicks.

All in all, this is another powerful release from one of the most successful independent artists in the game.

Quincy

Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.