2196 is a 6-track statement from Isco Cruz, blending late-night R&B, pop sensibility, and introspective lyricism with the emotional sharpness fans have come to expect. Named after the postal code for Sandton — a symbol of luxury, isolation, and duality — the project paints a vivid portrait of what it means to chase intimacy and identity in the heart of the city.

The EP included three brand-new records — Don’t Switch Up, 2196 (Interlude), and Saint Complex — each exploring themes of vulnerability, self-awareness, and emotional contradictions. These are paired with Cruz’s top-performing singles at the time of release — Make You Mine, Get Lost, and Be Your Man — songs that have already earned acclaim for their melodic storytelling and genre-fluid appeal.

While 2196 is drenched in smooth textures and midnight moods, it never shies away from tension. Whether it’s the toxicity masked as temptation, the quiet paranoia behind success, or the emotional risks that come with staying lowkey in a loud world, Cruz delivers each line with intention.

Anchored in cinematic production and brutally honest writing, 2196 isn’t just a location. It’s a mindset. A mood. A world suspended between connection and solitude.