Can a track really travel across borders without losing its West Coast identity, or is that where the real magic happens?

Los Angeles rapper BIG OZ is aiming for that sweet spot with “days,” a release dated August 14, 2024, that sits at the intersection of hip-hop’s local roots and a wider international outlook. The pitch is straightforward: bring the West Coast flavor, lock into the groove, and let a cross-cultural collaboration take the music somewhere unexpected.

BIG OZ has positioned his sound around the tension between old-school grit and modern rap production. His stated influences include Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Jay-Z, and The Notorious B.I.G.—a lineup that spans distinct eras and approaches to flow, presence, and songwriting. That context gives “days” an interesting frame: this is an artist working within a familiar hip-hop lineage while reaching for something that extends beyond his immediate scene.

The collaboration with vocalist Fazli is central to the song’s pitch. BIG OZ describes the track as an international anthem, with Fazli singing alongside his own rap performance. That combination opens the door to a broader musical conversation, where contrasting vocal approaches can create a different kind of energy than a straight rap record.