Arno Faraji returns to himself on debut mixtape

Exploring identity, place, relationships, mental health and career aspirations Arno Faraji’s debut mixtape Return to Raji reasserts his place as a mainstay in the local and national hip-hop scene.

With production dipping between spacey, sci-fi-esque synthesisers and acoustic geared meditations on matters close to the heart Return to Raji is a hip-hop manifestation of Arno’s tenacity as an artist—refusing to back down in the face of adversity, and being rewarded with limitless growth.

The essence of Return To Raji is indebted to regaining a sense of identity and spirit from the challenges Arno faced in making this mixtape – having to hit pause on his music to be with his family during a difficult period, the added pressure to succeed, and the heavy weight of mental health. In the face of this adversity, Arno’s tenacity brings his debut mixtape to life. It’s a lively and exciting debut from MC whose bars sound like he’s on his fifth album.

Arno stopped by Brekky with Pam to talk all things Return to Raji.