Resilience Reimagined

Hip-hop has always been a stage for personal testimony, but few artists channel survival with the clarity and courage of Philip Singer—better known as Metaphysical. Now emerging from Hollywood with his lead single, “34th Floor,” Metaphysical draws on a life marked by turbulence—turning past pain into dynamic narrative and forward momentum.

Raised in California’s Central Valley after his Pasadena beginnings, Singer’s early life was defined by instability: five high schools in as many years, adolescence shadowed by addiction, and homelessness at the edge of adulthood. A traumatic car accident in 1994 left him in a coma for nearly a month, sparking a journey of physical and personal reconstruction. Even after relearning the basics of walking and talking, further adversity came in the form of undiagnosed and untreated epilepsy, leading to dangerous injuries and years of uncertainty.

Yet, “34th Floor” is not a song of defeat. Instead, backed by tight beats and soulful undertones, it stands as a testament to healing through music, faith, and the embrace of proper care. Now seizure-free and with hard-earned stability, Metaphysical’s voice rings with hope and experience. His role as a U.S. Army veteran (M.O.S. 92 Bravo – cook) and as the founder of Fred Sanford Music Publishing Group only further his credibility as both a creator and survivor.

Metaphysical’s entrepreneurial energy extends beyond his music. His beverage label, H I G H Ice Tea, has already found a home on Kroger shelves—a tangible example of his relentless drive to rise above circumstance and create opportunity. Each move forward honors his late sister and all who live with trauma, with Singer’s lyrics serving as a reminder that triumph is possible.

With recent features in UBO MAG, Daily Music Roll, and IssueWire, Metaphysical’s story is resonating well beyond the local scene. His message is clear: no matter where you start, resilience and belief can carry you to higher ground. With “34th Floor,” Metaphysical isn’t just sharing music; he’s building a legacy of perseverance and possibility.

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