HipHopDX Premiere: Chicago artist and social rights activist Ric Wilson puts his full lyrical abilities on display in his new video for “Soul Bounce.” Whether rapping while riding a bike or simply running, the enthusiasm can be felt in every word he utters.

Backed by a high energy, funked out beat, Wilson raps, “Hope you hear me before you judge me/hope you know me before you trust me/and see my beauties before my uglies,” he raps with a huge smile plastered across his face. During a time when we could use a little good news, this kid rolls through with an antidote to all of the negativity swirling around in society. “Soul Bounce” serves as the title track from his latest EP. Watch the video above.