Ben Ruppel’s “Daydreams” Is a Melodic Patchwork of the Past—and It Works
Ben Ruppel’s “Daydreams” Is a Melodic Patchwork of the Past—and It Works
Ben Ruppel—musician, producer, and the voice behind the Hustle and Grind blog—has just released his latest track, “Daydreams,” and it’s short, melodic, and surprisingly reflective. In just under a minute, the track manages to capture what feels like a long walk through memory, delivered in a tight melodic rap that blends style with substance.
But there’s more to this one than just the beat and bars. According to Ben:
“I took parts of different hooks I wrote for myself in the past and patched them together, creating a melodic journey into my style and sound.”
And that’s exactly what “Daydreams” feels like. It’s a collage—a sonic scrapbook of moments from earlier in his career, repurposed and re-energized into something new. The vocals are smooth and confident, sitting neatly on top of a mellow, polished beat that leaves just enough room for his lyrics to breathe. There’s nothing overdone here—just a focused, fluid delivery that showcases the comfort of an artist who knows his voice.
There’s a nostalgic tone to the track, but it doesn’t lean into sentimentality. Instead, it feels lived-in. Earned. It’s the kind of song that reflects years of practice, trial-and-error, and creative exploration. As Ben puts it:
“The track represents the outcome of dedicating nearly a decade and a half to recording music.”
And that shows. The production is clean, the pacing is tight, and the way the recycled lines blend together gives the song a subtle storytelling arc. It’s not just a recycled hook loop—it’s a self-aware revisit of who he was, how he’s grown, and what still feels true.
Ben also shares:
“I like how the track came together, I didn’t expect it to sound the way it does.”
There’s an honesty in that statement that captures what many independent artists experience. Sometimes a song comes together in a way you never planned—and those are often the best ones. “Daydreams” feels like that. It’s not trying too hard, and it doesn’t need to.
As with many of Ben’s releases, it’s clear that every second of this track was built from the kind of quiet, consistent grind that defines his whole creative philosophy. The fact that this release lives on a YouTube Short, and not some massive PR campaign, fits perfectly: it’s straight from the artist, unfiltered and authentic.
Whether you’re already a fan of Ben Ruppel or new to his sound, “Daydreams” is worth a listen—or three. It’s a great entry point into his evolving catalog and a sneak peek at what long-term dedication to the craft of music can really sound like.
Written by Amnah Riaz, who is available for hire on Upwork here:
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