Listen to Saga's Latest Offering - “What You Want” (Prod.by Exile) - RESPECT.

Rising Brooklyn rapper Saga has been on our radar for a minute, thanks in part to his work last year with famed producer Marco Polo (peep “Eye”). And the MC’s ear for fantastic beats is clearly as strong as it’s ever been, given that he’s teamed up with acclaimed Los Angeles beatsmith Exile for a fantastic new loosie, “What You Want.”

Like Saga’s previous releases, there’s more to this cut than his pure rhyming skills (and his ability to pick an ill, sample-flipping instrumental to complement his talents). He’s also dropping some serious knowledge for anyone who’s listening, especially as he rips into folks who just bitch and moan rather than do anything about their lives. As he raps, “Instead of buildin’ up, they tearin’ it down.”

The concept behind “What You Want” is also perfectly captured in the track’s artwork, which features Wile E. Coyote, of Looney Tunes fame, with tears in his eyes. Presumably, he’s upset about another failed attempt at catching the Road Runner. But the thing is, he (like the cats Saga’s rapping about on the song) need to learn that it’s not the end result that matters; it’s what you experienced while getting there. In other words: life isn’t easy, so you need to learn to appreciate what you have (or just do something about it!).

“What You Want” is out now on all the major digital retailers (iTunes, Amazon, etc.) and serves as a reminder that Saga has some European tour dates coming up alongside Asher Roth. Click here to view his tour schedule: http://pasteboard.co/2joPUPR9.jpg