Clams Casino, a renowned music producer, has been making waves in the industry for years. His collaboration with A$AP Rocky, Vince Staples, Yung Lean, The Weeknd, Mac Miller, ASAP Mob, Schoolboy Q, Lil Peep, Kelela, FKA twigs, and Danny Brown is just to name a few. However, one of his most iconic tracks, "I'm God," has taken on a life of its own.
The song, which originally dropped in 2011, was initially missing from streaming services due to clearance issues with the sample used. It wasn't until April 24, 2020, that it finally made its way onto platforms for fans to enjoy once again.
But "I'm God" is more than just a song – it's an experience. Fans have been sharing stories of how the track has helped them through difficult times, including depression and loss. The comments section of a fan-made video featuring the song became a place where people could share their own experiences and memories.
One such video, uploaded by AceDaCreator to YouTube, is a montage of scenes from an obscure 1989 French made-for-television film, Perdue Dans New York. Spliced underneath Casino's wrenchingly intimate beat is a series of disturbing images that have captured the hearts of millions.
The video has become synonymous with the song, and fans have been using it to pay tribute to lost loved ones. As of this writing, the video currently has over 25 million views, and comments are still being written regularly. The title of the video has been updated in tribute to both DJKillBill313 and David Higgs.
The impact of "I'm God" extends beyond just fans, however. Reddit, 4chan, hip-hop forums, and YouTube comments are riddled with stories of hope and recovery. Dozens of commenters speak of the song's ability to help them get through hard times, including depression.
"People send me messages on how important it is to them," says Volpe. "Listening to it helped them get through whatever it was they were going through. I can't think of anything specific, especially as it's been so long now. But they would say, 'When I was a teenager, it helped me as a kid, getting through hard times or depression.'"
As the song continues to resonate with fans, Volpe has been inspired to keep creating music. "The best thing for me that I can ask for is making music, putting it out there," he says. "I've been seeing a lot of messages again popping up. And it's like, you know what? That makes me inspired to keep going and keep making music.", "I'm God" by Clams Casino has become more than just a song – it's a cultural phenomenon that continues to inspire and uplift fans around the world.