Zurich, Switzerland – August 1, 2025 – Swiss hip-hop artist MC Orin has released his latest single “Kick Back,” a deeply personal yet universally engaging record that blends introspection, vibrant Latin American influences, and raw authenticity. More than just a song, Kick Back is the story of a man refusing to let blindness, mental illness, or adversity silence his creativity.
A hypnotic sound with layers of emotion
From the very first beat, Kick Back hooks listeners with its therapeutic, laid-back energy. It’s hypnotizing and emotionally calming, yet it also carries an infectious groove that’s impossible to ignore. The balance between chill vibes and danceable energy makes it a track you can relax to—or move with.
What makes the song especially dynamic is Orin’s creative tempo switch midway through, adding depth and unpredictability. The shift doesn’t break the flow—it amplifies it, showing Orin’s mastery of production and rhythm. His performance stays perfectly in sync with the beat, proof of his control and skill as both an emcee and a producer.
A voice reminiscent of J. Cole with a twist of Latin inspiration
Vocally and lyrically, Orin’s delivery is smooth, authentic, and introspective—drawing comparisons to J. Cole. But while his flow carries that thoughtful, confessional style, his melodies are touched by Latin American music influences. That fusion injects vibrant color into the track, bridging cultures and genres.
In his own words, Kick Back is about his dream of becoming a rockstar—a vision rooted not in fantasy but in the grit of lived experience. Orin produced, recorded, and mixed the track himself despite being legally blind. His story is as powerful as the music itself.
Overcoming obstacles to create art
MC Orin’s journey hasn’t been easy. Living with severe mental illness and declining eyesight, he’s had to fight harder than most to find his voice. Music has been both therapy and expression, a tool to make sense of his struggles and turn them into art.
His bio paints the picture: inspired by the hard-hitting drums and dusty confidence of 90s hip-hop and drawn to the trap soundscape with its intricate hi-hats and booming 808s, Orin built a unique hybrid sound. Add in his skills as a drummer and even his baritone ukulele, and you get an artist who refuses to be boxed in.
As he once put it:
“Music isn’t just listening to a product on a major radio station. For me, music should be treated like an antique painting. The modern world may be losing contact with real art due to technology, but I’ll never give up. I’ll march this path with a cane in one hand and a mic in the other.”
Why Kick Back matters
In an industry often obsessed with image and visuals, Orin is living proof that sound itself still reigns supreme. By creating Kick Back without relying on sight, he forces listeners to hear, feel, and connect with the music on a deeper level.
That authenticity hasn’t gone unnoticed. This Is Hip Hop HQ reviewed the track, rating it a 10 out of 10:
“From the jump, the therapeutic and hypnotizing vibe pulled me in. It’s relaxing, laid-back, and emotionally calming, yet at the same time engaging and danceable—a mix that’s not easy to pull off.”
About the artist
MC Orin is a Swiss hip-hop artist carving a unique lane in the global music scene. Balancing personal struggles with relentless creativity, he produces, writes, and performs with a level of authenticity that’s rare in modern music. His debut singles established him in his native tongue, but with Kick Back, he steps fully into English-language hip-hop, expanding his reach to global audiences.
Currently, he’s working on a new EP filled with deep vibes, a continuation of his mission to create music that feels less like product and more like art.
Final word
Kick Back isn’t just another single—it’s an anthem of resilience. MC Orin shows the world that even when life tries to dim your vision, you can still shine through sound. This is more than hip-hop. It’s survival, it’s soul, and it’s a reminder that dreams don’t need sight—they need belief.
Stream Kick Back now on Spotify and follow MC Orin’s journey as he continues to push boundaries and redefine what’s possible in music.