While Rashed�s acute appetite for social commentary is adroitly displayed in songs like �Justine� and �Freedom 4 Me�, there is another side to him- a softer side. In fact, his liquid vocals slide over love ballads like, "My Heart Won't Lie" and the lyrically captivating, "Tonight". With seduction in his voice and a twinkle in his eye, it is difficult for the most sophisticated of audiences to remain grounded in reality. His honeyed lyrics and velvet voice set him on equal footing with several notable music talents by which he has been inspired: Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Ella Fitzgerald, Journey, Brian McKnight, Daryl Coley, and Luciano Pavarotti, just to name a few.
Like any vigilant student, Rashed unabashedly pays homage to the talents that richly influence his musical style with his textured lyrics, seductive melodies, and mellifluous vocal delivery- inevitably creating a musical flavor uniquely his own. Rashed's dedication to his craft has pushed him to further and higher limits as he seeks to perfect his vocal technique and lyrical style. This hardworking attitude and near obsession with making beautiful music, is certain to place him in good stead on his journey for the stars and beyond, - making him a blossoming musical tour de force.
