Adding, “It’s the first time everything’s aligned, the sound, the visuals, the right people around it. I’ve been building quietly for a while. This one’s got some weight behind it. Got a lot in the pipeline that being superstitious I can’t really speak on yet aha.”
At the beginning of an already promising career, 1ayjay is now emerging as one of the most exciting wave rap talents in the UK, with a melodic approach and an ability to paint introspective portraits. Co-signed by fellow rising stars including Slew, LKay80M and Spritez, 1ayjay shows immense work rate daily, almost living in the studio, experimenting, pushing boundaries. Speaking to navigating hardship and escaping it, he offers reflection, celebration, and something for everyone.