Following the release of her bold first single ‘Green Hunnids’, Clariyah Bo$$ has returned with a new head turning, drill-laced single 'BVNTA'. After a somewhat eerie opening, Clariyah instantly brings the heat with rapidly powerful lyricism – especially when the beat drops. “’BVNTA’ is the savage/sassy side of me… It’s basically saying don’t act brand new.” 'BVNTA' reminds listeners that Clariyah hasn’t forgotten where she came from as she rides a booming drill beat by Sydney producer Utility (Snoee Badman, Lil Jaye) as confidently and as effortlessly as any of her counterparts. Clariyah Bo$$ leads the charge for female artists within the culture and as heard within the track, her talent is uncontrollable. [via Good Intent]
OKENYO makes a huge statement with her latest single, ‘Anthropology’. Hard-hitting drums perfectly complement her unbeatable flow as she delivers an unapologetic reflection on “her personal experience on identity and the struggles she has faced in relation to her own blackness.” It’s an arresting, bold and brazen new release and we are absolutely here for it. [via Purple Sneakers]
If ‘WAP’ by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion has you craving more X-rated female rap, South Africa's Moonchild Sanelly is here to fill that void with ‘Where De Dee Kat.’ Far more left of center than your average chart-topping hip-hop song, ‘Where De Dee Kat’ fuses trap, baile funk, gqom, and soul into pure filthy, frenetic fun, and the song's video premiered on The FADER. But there's a deeper message behind the track, Moonchild told The FADER: “Unless we talk about female desire, rape culture exists.” The music video's production was quite turbulent, as director Jesse Roth explained in an email. "Of all the stupid shit I’ve been asked to do, tying a bondage-clad musician to the back of a van & driving around with the doors open setting off smoke bombs in her face is right up there. Nearly spent the night in jail. Banging tune though.” ‘Where De Dee Kat’ appears on Moonchild Sanelly's upcoming EP Nudes, out September 11 via Transgressive Records. [via The FADER]
Chika released two new singles in the span of just two weeks. First came the colorful ‘U Should’, followed by last week’s ‘My Power’. Equal parts triumphant and confident, it finds the 23-year-old prodigy dropping flexes like “Crazy with the skill, believe me I can go for hours.” It’s clear Chika knows she’s officially arrived, and that she deserves the red carpet welcoming. Along with being another solid entry from the young MC, ‘My Power’ is the theme song to Project Power, Netflix’s new sci-fi superhero film. Chika also happens to make her acting debut in the movie, appearing alongside folks like Jamie Foxx and Jospeh Gordon-Levitt. [via Consequence of Sound]
CHIKA · My Power (From "Project Power")
Currently, the world is fixated on Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s new video for their adults-only collaboration ‘WAP,’ which is also notable for its many cameos of fellow queens like Normani and Mulatto. Rising star Rubi Rose also made an appearance in the viral clip, which is sure to raise her already increasing profile. Looking to keep the momentum going, Rose has now liberated a new visual of her own for ‘He In His Feelings,’ a JayUncut and Yung Roamin-produced offering that sees her rapping about an overzealous boyfriend. The visual is directed by Damian Sandoval and pulls out all the stops worthy of a top-tier artist, with sees Rubi Rose walking around the courtyard of a massive estate while her presumed staff looks on. She can also be seen at night, performing the track in front of her Rolls-Royce Phantom — letting all who see it how different she is from the rest. [via Revolt]
Highly acclaimed LA-based creative force Latashá continues to make her mark with her huge new offering: 'GoGo Wyne'. Serving as the followup to March’s 'Who I Am' – which formed part of the soundtrack for Netflix’s hit series Self Made starring Octavia Spencer and Tiffany Haddish – 'GoGo Wyne' exudes boss energy and surfaces as an affirmation of fearless empowerment. Seamlessly blending irresistible club sounds with her signature smooth rap flow, the track further proves Latashá’s unassailable energy and creative ambitions. Speaking about 'GoGo Wyne', Latashá explained: “Being in these times, it’s been so challenging to create as a Black artist in America. So much has been taken away from Black artists, and I’m tired of it. I needed the visual to say something deeper even with the limitations of the pandemic. Inspired by old school dancehall records I grew up on, ‘GoGo Wyne’is not just my affirmation song but it’s the manifestation of my people’s success,despite what others might think of our worth. It’s a reminder of our magic even when they try to kill us. So,I created GoGo Wyne as an anthem for Black women, so we can be in all of our joy, collecting all of our checks. No more games. It’s time.”
