Mozzy’s “PERMANENT TEARS”: A Deep Dive into the Soul of West Coast Hip-Hop

The West Coast has always been a breeding ground for raw storytelling, but few artists capture the grit and grace of the streets quite like Mozzy. Hailing from Sacramento’s Oak Park neighborhood, the prolific EMPIRE artist has evolved from a local legend to a global powerhouse.

With his latest single, “PERMANENT TEARS,” Mozzy continues to build on the emotional foundation laid by his most compassionate body of work to date, Beyond Bulletproof.

From Oak Park to the Grammys

Mozzy’s journey is one of relentless consistency. While he has been a staple in the underground scene for over a decade, his mainstream breakthrough arrived on a massive scale when he appeared on the #1 Grammy-nominated Black Panther soundtrack in 2018.

Since then, Mozzy has used his platform not just to celebrate success, but to humanize the struggle. His music isn’t just about survival; it’s about the emotional toll that survival takes.

The Evolution of “Bulletproof”

In his 2020 landmark album Beyond Bulletproof, Mozzy redefined what it means to be “tough.” To Mozzy, being bulletproof isn’t about physical armor—it’s about unconditional love.

“In my neighborhood and the ghettos of America, ‘bulletproof’ means ‘love.’ So this is a message that nobody can tamper with the love that I’ve got for you… I’m saying that I love you—regardless of your flaw or the rules of the street.”

“PERMANENT TEARS” serves as a spiritual successor to this philosophy. It taps into the reality of grief and the “permanent” marks left by life in the trenches.

Why “PERMANENT TEARS” is Must-Listen Rap:

• Vulnerability: Mozzy moves past the bravado to discuss addiction, poverty, and the mistakes of the past.

• The “Functioning” Struggle: As he noted in his hit “I Ain’t Perfect,” Mozzy highlights that even those at the top struggle. “The only difference is I’m functioning… but I have the same problems where I fall on my face.”

• Voice for the Unsung: The single shines a light on those often overlooked—the people at “rock bottom” who are usually passed over by society.

Mozzy’s Impact on West Coast Culture

Mozzy’s growth as an artist reflects a larger shift in Hip-Hop toward mental health awareness and emotional intelligence. By offering a “second chance” and “some understanding” through his lyrics, he provides a roadmap for healing in communities that are often told to remain silent about their pain.

Stream “PERMANENT TEARS” Today

Whether you’ve been following Mozzy since his early YouTube hits or discovered him through the Black Panther soundtrack, “PERMANENT TEARS” is a testament to his staying power. He remains one of the most exciting and essential voices in music today.

Watch the official video for “PERMANENT TEARS” on YouTube and stream the single on all major platforms.