Dominic Fike's new mixtape, titled Rocket, is his most personal and in-depth project in over two years. In it, he talks about fatherhood, celebrity life, and other emotions he's previously kept to himself.
The 12 songs include three of his previous singles — All Hands On Deck, Aftermath, and Smile. He also debuted other new songs like Great Pretender and One Glass at major music festivals this month.
On All Hands On Deck, Fike presents the theme of the entire mixtape — his questions and experiences as a father, an artist, and sometimes feeling like a clown. While the lyrics are serious and full of self-reflection, each beat still sounds cheerful and diverse, a mix of hip-hop, alternative, indie, and pop.
One of the highlights is the song Great Pretender, in which he describes an old relationship full of pretense. Meanwhile, Epilogue and Still Feel It serve as a strong conclusion to the mixtape, which is still connected to his previous projects.
Overall, Rocket showcases Dominic Fike's unique lyricism and sound. With each song costing around ₱70 when converted to dollars, the entire mixtape is worth it for fans looking for authentic and emotional music.
