WHYNOT and Deadrice take an unexpectedly silly idea and turn it into the basis of the song “Lex Luthor (with Deadrice)”, a piece designed around spontaneity, humour, and the ability to create without overthinking the process. The song was released on September 25, 2026, and started with a funny vocal sample as well as inspiration from the Lego Marvel Superhero Game, the phrase “ooh…so much money I’m Lex Luthor?” being the moment that inspired the track. Instead of treating the concept as a mere joke, the duo fully embrace it, letting the oddness of the idea become part of the song’s character.
The reason why the track is so appealing is because it conveys a real sense of enjoyment. WHYNOT and Deadrice jointly wrote and performed the lyrics, with Deadrice taking charge of the production, mixing, and mastering. The account of the creative process associated with the song’s release highlights its playful nature, especially in the decision to retain the spontaneous reference to Lex Luthor since it had amused them. This choice endows the track with a distinct personality without the need for a complicated concept. Moreover, the song’s link to the Lego Marvel Superhero Game and the original vocal sample also provides it with an unusual starting point, which sets it apart from a typical songwriting method.
The track ‘Lex Luthor (with Deadrice)’ is also one that the two artists particularly liked from their forthcoming collaborative album. It was recorded in WHYNOT’s basement using Deadrice’s laptop, microphone and headphones, and the production was intentionally kept simple. Rather than implying that there was an elaborate studio setup, the song developed out of the equipment at hand and the creative synergy between the two people involved. This simplicity aligns with the release’s main idea of making music enjoyable rather than overcomplicating it.
As a single in its own right, “Lex Luthor (with Deadrice)” works because it is prepared to be playful and unconventional. The song shows what can happen when a spontaneous joke, a vocal sample and a video-game influence are enough to lead to a full recording. Its inclusion on the up-coming collaborative album provides an interesting insight into the duo’s common creative direction, and the intended music video could develop the visual aspect of the song’s humorous idea. For those who are willing to accept hip-hop that is fun and spontaneous, “Lex Luthor (with Deadrice)” precisely delivers on that.
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