Zach Sang Show Powfu Talks death bed (coffee for your head), beabadoobee, Poems Of The Past & tiktok
May 22, 2020
Powfu, a talented Canadian rapper known for his lo-fi hip-hop vibe, shares insights on his breakout hit 'death bed (coffee for your head),' featuring beabadoobee. He sheds light on his creative process, discussing the emotional narratives behind his lyrics and the impact of TikTok on his rise. Powfu also dives into the challenges of songwriting, reflecting on themes of life and loss while emphasizing the importance of personal storytelling. His journey illustrates how chaos and romance fuel his music.
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Origin of Death Bed Beat
- Powfu discovered the beat for "Coffee for Your Head" on SoundCloud and later learned it sampled beabadoobee.
- He enjoyed the beat so much he wrote to it before officially clearing the sample.
Writing Deathbed from Perspective
- Powfu wrote "Deathbed" by imagining what it would be like to actually be dying.
- The song came from genuinely putting himself in that emotional and mental space during writing.
Subtle Religious Themes in Music
- Powfu incorporates his Christian faith subtly in his music without making it overtly Christian.
- He wants his music to be relatable while embedding moral and spiritual elements.
