"I ran into NESTA at an event the night before and invited him to a session. We had this really dreamy reggae track that sounds like something old with a fresh spin. I named it 'Egyptian Musk'."
"In this album, she navigates her grief for her father, the legendary Juice Crew MC Grand Daddy I.U., while also confronting the industry's often-overlooked disposability of Black artists."
"With every note, she crafts a powerful commentary that resonates deeply in today's cultural landscape."
Yaya Bey's latest single, 'Egyptian Musk,' featuring NESTA, is the second release from her upcoming album, 'Fidelity.' The track emerged from a chance meeting and blends nostalgic reggae with contemporary sounds. The album addresses themes of personal and communal loss, particularly reflecting on Bey's grief for her father, Grand Daddy I.U. It also critiques the industry's treatment of Black artists. Yaya Bey's work has received recognition from major media outlets and is celebrated for its deep cultural commentary.
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