Christopha’s latest single “90s Kid” is a walkman-worthy flashback steeped in nostalgia, humor, and the kind of lyrical storytelling that makes you smirk and nod along at the same time. Hailing from North and East London, Christopha’s journey is one marked by bold decisions, detours, and resilience. He once traded a corporate suit for studio time, only to return to the 9-to-5 grind out of necessity. That return, while stabilizing his world, took a toll. But the dream never really died—it just simmered, waiting for the right moment to boil over again.
That moment came in the form of his ambitious project 26 Miles and Running, where Christopha released a new song every two weeks for a full year. Not many artists take on a challenge like that, and even fewer do it twice. “90s Kid” is the sixth drop from 26 Miles and Running Part 2, and it’s a gem that sparkles with throwback energy.
Laced with boom bap beats and peppered with nods to Slick Rick’s storytelling finesse, the track feels like it could’ve lived comfortably on a ’90s cassette tape next to A Tribe Called Quest and De La Soul. But it’s not just mimicry—it’s personal. Christopha takes us through his own coming-of-age arc, from feeling like the odd one out to becoming the kid everyone knew. The verses play out like scenes from a nostalgic film, packed with charm and cheek, never too self-serious but always intentional.
There’s a warmth in the way Christopha spins these memories, echoing the wistfulness of songs like Skee-Lo’s “I Wish” without falling into cliché. The beat bops steady, the rhymes are clean, and the whole thing feels effortlessly genuine. It’s clear he’s not just flexing technical skill—he’s sharing a piece of himself.
Christopha’s voice is one of clarity and presence, not just lyrically but in the energy he brings to his work. Having already caught the attention of BBC 1xtra and BBC Introducing, and having stood out in the legendary Maida Vale Studios rap cypher, he’s steadily building something lasting. “90s Kid” isn’t just a throwback; it’s a bookmark in the marathon Christopha is running. One that shows where he came from, and just how far he’s planning to go.
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