Imagine floating in the vacuum of space, wearing a custom-tailored, neon-lined spacesuit, while holding a single wilting rose. That is the vibe of Tyson Yoshi’s “追” (Chasing). It feels like a late-night drive through a rainy cyberpunk city where every reflection in the puddle reminds you of someone you’re trying to outrun but secretly hope catches up.
Tyson Yoshi leans heavily into his signature melodic rap/R&B hybrid. His delivery is breathy and intimate, almost like he’s whispering directly into your cerebral cortex. The vocal processing is slick, autotune used not as a crutch, but as a textural glaze that gives the track its “digital heartbreak” sheen. The beat is a masterclass in atmospheric minimalism. The lo-fi-inspired percussion provides a steady, heartbeat-like rhythm , while the synth pads swell and retreat like a tide of pure melancholy. The arrangement is spacious, allowing the emotional weight of the performance to breathe.
Titled “追” (Chasing), the lyrics dwell on the exhaustive nature of pursuit, whether it’s chasing a dream, a person, or a version of oneself that no longer exists. It’s poetic but accessible, capturing that specific Gen-Z/Millennial angst of being “stuck in motion.” This track slaps in that “staring out the window of a high-speed train” kind of way. It’s the sonic equivalent of a cold brew coffee at 3 AM, bitter, stimulating, and slightly regretful. Does it make me want to dance? No. Does it make me want to re-evaluate every life choice I’ve made since 2018? Absolutely. Compared to Western contemporaries like The Kid LAROI or Juice WRLD, Tyson brings a distinct Cantopop sensitivity that feels more grounded and less performative. It’s like Post Malone went to art school in Hong Kong and finally learned how to hydrate.
Tyson Yoshi is a juggernaut in the Hong Kong independent music scene, known for bridging the gap between underground hip-hop and mainstream Canto-cool. “追” released in early 2024, continues his trajectory of high-production visuals and genre-bending sounds. He’s part of a new wave of artists (alongside the likes of Gareth.T) who are systematically dismantling the old-school “ballad-heavy” reputation of Hong Kong’s music industry with international-standard R&B and Pop-Punk influences.
8/10 Recommendation: Play this while driving slightly above the speed limit on an empty highway when you’re 70% sure your ex is checking your Instagram stories.