Alex Crossan grew up on the remote island of Guernsey, a location he describes as being "far-removed and serene" with "no underground culture". This physical isolation forced him to perceive all music culture through the lens of the internet, leading to a "world-building" production style that samples global sounds—from steel drums and kalimbas to shakuhachi flutes. "All Around The World" utilizes this palette, blending a "gamelan-tinged" melodic hook with the sharp, rhythmic clicks of trap. 2. Desiigner’s Infectious Spontaneity
The Sound of Nowhere and Everywhere: Mura Masa’s "All Around The World" Mura Masa - All Around The World (Audio) ft. Desiigner
While Mura Masa provides the "twinkly" and "colorful" framework, Desiigner brings a raw, high-energy presence that critics have called "infectious" and "playful". All Around the World (feat. Desiigner) Lyrics — Mura Masa Alex Crossan grew up on the remote island
The collaboration between British producer Mura Masa (Alex Crossan) and Brooklyn rapper Desiigner on "All Around The World" is a quintessential artifact of the internet age. Released as part of Mura Masa's self-titled debut album in 2017, the track represents a collision of "geographical isolation" and global digital connectivity. 1. The Paradox of Geographical Isolation Desiigner) Lyrics — Mura Masa The collaboration between