Starz - Jerard Rice (Hiphop) We welcome Jerard Rice to the blog this week with latest track “Starz”. The track shines with its upbeat instrumental led by Jerard’s strong tenor vocal. propelled by a thudding kick as the rest of the instrumental hangs in the atmosphere. Written during a dark time in his life and inspired by the likes of J Cole, Akon, 50 Cent, Kendrick Lamar and Lil Wayne, Jerard Rice infuses this hip hop track with crossover pop and world elements to create a unique blend of genres. That combo makes this track feel right at home on the Billboard Top 40 as a breezy mid tempo made for summertime cruising with the windows down.