ATS Semaj – “On My Sleeve”

ATS Semaj is an artist from Demopolis, Alabama, and his single “On My Sleeve” is my favorite of the day. The track was recorded back in 2023, and it sounds like someone taking a moment to look around and realize not everyone who started the journey is still standing nearby, and the song centers on close relationships changing and the decision to keep moving forward without letting that slow anything down.

There’s a familiarity in the situation he’s talking about that makes the song easy to connect with. It’s about noticing people reveal different sides of themselves over time and choosing not to fight that reality. The beat keeps things engaging from the first second to the last one.

One part that makes this release interesting is how it came together in the studio. ATS Semaj went in with a hook already written, which isn’t usually how he works, and then built the rest by freestyling, and that process gives the song a relaxed and honest tone, like thoughts being worked out in the moment rather than carefully rehearsed ahead of time.

“On My Sleeve” works because it stays honest and personal without trying to overexplain itself. It’s the kind of track that makes sense the more you sit with it. If you want to keep up with ATS Semaj and hear what he has coming next in the new year, following ATS Semaj on social media is the best way to stay updated.