Eddy Puyol Brings Faith, Funk, and Feel-Good Energy to the Floor with "Run It Back"

Eddy Puyol proves that gospel and groove can coexist perfectly. With his latest single Run It Back, the South Florida artist brings the funk back in full force, serving a track that’s equal parts soul, swagger, and spirituality.

From the opening beat, Run It Back radiates pure energy. The bassline bounces, the horns snap, and Puyol’s flow locks in like a seasoned funk veteran. “I’m on that good vibes only, that’s the Puyol way,” he declares, and it feels like a lifestyle more than a lyric. His energy is contagious, his message clear, and the groove impossible to resist.

Drawing inspiration from the golden age of funk, Run It Back nods to Parliament, The Dazz Band, and Kool & The Gang while staying modern and sleek. Puyol’s delivery shines with joy and purpose, weaving gratitude and reflection into every verse. It’s not just about the music, it’s about the mindset. His lyrics radiate positivity without ever feeling forced.

The song’s most striking moment comes when the beat slows down and he sings, “Life ain’t always about going a hundred on the highway.” It’s a line that cuts through the rhythm to remind listeners that slowing down is part of living right. That balance between hype and heart is what makes Puyol’s music hit deeper than most.

The Run It Back music video brings the vibe to life. Directed by Will Thomas and filmed outside Crossover Church in Tampa, it features family, friends, and classic cars shining under the Florida sun. Between the laughter, dancing, and community energy, it’s clear Puyol isn’t just performing. He’s living it.

Eddy Puyol doesn’t just make music; he builds moments that stick. Run It Back isn’t just a song to play; it’s a reminder to breathe, move, and celebrate life’s blessings with rhythm and purpose.

“Run It Back” has such an infectious energy. What initially sparked the idea for this track?

After my tag-team partner Chuck Hemann and I dropped “Good Time” and “Tha Funk” featuring Doctor Dukes, we caught a serious case of the funk. We knew we had to keep that groove going, so we dug back into those funk crates, searching for the next vibe to cook up. We brought in our brothers Shaun Dash and Dan Carroll to help shape the sound, and once we landed on what became “Run It Back,” we looked at each other, smiled, and knew—this one’s a hit.

You blend funk, hip-hop, and gospel in such a natural way. What’s your creative process like when fusing different genres?

It’s really all organic for me. I don’t sit down thinking, ‘Let me mix this and that.’ These sounds just flow out naturally because they’re part of who I am. I love God, I love people, and I’m a genuine fan of music in all its forms. My favorite guy, Jesus, said, “Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks,” and I take that to heart—literally. What you hear in my songs is what’s living inside me. The funk, the soul, the faith—it’s all part of my heartbeat.

That lyric about slowing down really stands out. How does it reflect where you are in your life right now?

That bridge was actually Chuck’s idea—he heard it in the groove. When I started writing, the words just flowed: ‘Life ain’t always about going a hundred on the highway.’ That line hit me hard because it’s true. We live in a world that’s always go-go-go, but sometimes you’ve gotta ease off the gas, take a breath, and appreciate the blessings around you. Even when things don’t look perfect, you’re still here, still breathing, still blessed. That moment in the song is a reminder to slow down, be present, and groove with the ones you love.

The video feels like a celebration of faith, family, and community. What message did you want people to take away from it?

My goal in everything I do is to make people smile. I want my art to reflect real life—joy, love, and good vibes. The “Run It Back” video captures all of that. My brother Tommy “Urban D.” Kyllonen and the visual wizard Will Thomas helped bring it to life in Tampa, FL, right in front of Crossover Church. We had Chevys, Cadillacs, laughter, and music—it turned into a full-on parking-lot party with my wife there the whole time, celebrating right beside me. At the end of the day, the message is simple: life’s better when you share it. Love is the vibe.

Your upcoming project, Run tha Funk Back for a Good Time, feels like a movement. What do you want listeners to feel when they hear it for the first time?

When that first beat drops, I want people to move. Run tha Funk Back for a Good Time is more than a project—it’s a celebration. Funk, joy, and gratitude rolled into one. It’s the next chapter in my journey, bringing faith, family, and fun together through music that makes people dance and smile. If it makes you turn the volume up, call your people, and thank God for the ride, then mission accomplished.