#Rap Archives - Voir Fashion https://www.voirfashion.co.uk Wed, 22 Feb 2023 11:41:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.6.17 Meet Me In The Bathroom: Princess Nokia Transports Us To An Alt Y2K Club In Video For ‘Closure’ https://www.voirfashion.co.uk/post/meet-me-in-the-bathroom-princess-nokia-transports-us-to-an-alt-y2k-club-in-video-for-closure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=meet-me-in-the-bathroom-princess-nokia-transports-us-to-an-alt-y2k-club-in-video-for-closure Fri, 24 Feb 2023 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.voirfashion.co.uk/?p=74813 Princess Nokia doesn’t shy away from a bit of grime in the sleazy new video for her single ‘closure’.

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]]> Princess Nokia doesn’t shy away from a bit of grime in the sleazy new video for her single ‘closure’.

Always the innovator, the New York-based rapper has once again changed up their sound on the single swapping their pop-filled experimental rap for a snarling alt-electronica track that will delight former emo kids. ‘closure’ pairs a rough and ready guitar riff with pop-punk drumbeats to create an invigorating song that Avril Lavigne would approve of. Nokia keeps the lyrics simple singing “I wrote you this album for my closure” but it works as a catchy breakup anthem that provides catharsis for the listener. Could this lyric also be a hit that there’s a new album on the way?

Reminiscent of scenes from a Greg Araki film, the video for ‘closure’ recreates youth culture from the mid-00s with vivid snapshots of hedonic make outs and heartbroken meltdowns occurring in the club loos. The video was shot in the hot Brooklyn club Elsewhere, and like Steve Eichner’s iconic photos of NYC’s nightlife in the ’90s, it features a host of colourful characters getting up to various antics in graffitied stalls. Amid the chaos, Nokia glows as she hooks up with a guy in a cubical looking straight out of the indie sleaze scene in low-rise jeans, a studded bracelet and belt, a rosary necklace, and a bikini top. ‘closure’ was directed by Princess Nokia and the superbly named Robot MoonJuice, who has directed two of Nokia’s videos in the past as well as wrote songs for artist Baby Tate and Ashnikko.

The New York-born Puerto Rican MC, singer, songwriter, rapper, actress, and activist Destiny Nicole Frasqueri is a person of many talents with her fingers in every pie they can find.Last year she released the single ‘Diva’, which showcased her rapid flow and shoutouts Beyoncé and Aaliyah, as well as the attitude packed ‘No Effort’. They also hit the road for their first-ever US headlining tour including stops at iconic festivals Coachella, Gov Ball, and Lollapalooza.After collaborating with Celine’s iconic designer Hedi Slimane, Celine’s SS21 fashion show was set to her RIAA-certified gold single ‘I Like Him’. The song, as well as her collaboration with Ashnikko on ‘Slumber Party’ gained Nokia many new supporters after they boomed on TikTok.

As for their acting career, she performed on the new Gossip Girl and appeared in Kacey Musgraves’ short film star-crossed. She also made her second major acting role starring in 2022’s Daughter of the Sea, an award-winning film at the Cannes Film Festival and Venice Film Festival.

Words By: Molly Sutherland

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]]> It’s Confirmed: Doja Cat Will Be Back With A Rap-Heavy New Album This Year https://www.voirfashion.co.uk/post/its-confirmed-doja-cat-will-be-back-with-a-rap-heavy-new-album-this-year/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=its-confirmed-doja-cat-will-be-back-with-a-rap-heavy-new-album-this-year Thu, 23 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.voirfashion.co.uk/?p=74527 Doja is ditching the pink and embracing the darkness as she embarks on a new era in 2023. In an interview with Variety earlier this month, the flamboyant star disclosed that at some point this year she’ll be dropping her fourth studio album that will break away from her previous vibrant poppy style and instead include more rap.

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]]> Doja is ditching the pink and embracing the darkness as she embarks on a new era in 2023. In an interview with Variety earlier this month, the flamboyant star disclosed that at some point this year she’ll be dropping her fourth studio album that will break away from her previous vibrant poppy style and instead include more rap.

She told the magazine, “I know that I’ve done a lot of pink and soft things, a lot of pop and glittery sounds but for this next era, I’m going in a more masculine direction”.

Though in the past Doja has always loved a girly moment this grungier direction is not a total surprise to fans as she seems to have steadily been incorporating more edgier elements into her style and music throughout her career. She experimented with rap on the track ‘Vegas’ she recorded for Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis last year and even on her glitzy second album Hot Pink she toyed with punky looks wearing a black cut-out mesh dress with smoky make-up in the music video for ‘Streets’.

The boundary-pushing artist also expressed her desire to explore punk and told Variety, “I want to explore more of a raw, unfiltered, hardcore punk sort of thing. It’s just something that I’m doing for my own personal fun — getting some drummers and guitarists together”.

Although she also added, “I don’t even know if that’s gonna make it out there”.

As for a tour announcement, we’ll have to wait a bit longer. Doja told Variety that currently she has no plans for a tour: “I do want to make sure that everything I’m doing right now in terms of recording is solidified before I make any decisions. The baby hasn’t been born yet”.

A quick scroll at Doja’s Instagram illuminates this evolution with her recent fashion choices reflecting the change in her sound. Before October, her ‘gram showed outfits full of pinks, yellows, and white pieces among the quirky posts of her dogs, silly selfies, and feet pics. Now the singer posts stunning images of her in full gothic glam with plenty of dark leather, PVC, and lacy looks to drool over.

To honour Doja’s style revamp here are a few pieces you can use to achieve her vampy looks.

Doja pulled up to the Valentino Spring 2023 Couture show channelling Betty Page in a long black wig with micro bangs, a gorgeous jet-black full-length wool coat, and a glam two-piece set with a black crystal bra and black mini skirt. Elevating her look were a pair of chic PVC heels, sheer tights, black gloves, and diamond crucifix necklaces. The real star of the show was her custom Chris Habana crystal white glove bag holding a bottle of Patrón – sadly you’ll struggle to get your hands on one of those.

For her Variety shoot, the singer rocked many seductive countess looks. Posing with several snakes, the singer wore a sheer bodycon dress with a brown lip and 90s thin brows for one look.

In another, she went full dominatrix in a boxy leather trench coat tucked into a leather thong complete with chain necklaces and a whip.

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Doja plays with menswear in another outstanding fit. Taking amen’s shirt, tie, and baseball cap she makes it high fashion by pairing it with a leather micro mini from Luis De Javier. The studded boots and mesh long sleeve peeking through gives this look a subtle edge.

In a slightly softer look, she pairs a black mesh floral long-sleeve with a black leather skirt to create wearable everyday goth glam. Styled with soft brunette locks, a brown lined lip, and heavy black liner she looks straight out of the 90s.

Words By: Molly Sutherland

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]]> Junglepussy Drops ‘Critiqua’ Whilst Simultaneously Announcing New Project, ‘Jp5000’ https://www.voirfashion.co.uk/post/junglepussy-drops-critiqua-whilst-simultaneously-announcing-new-project-jp5000/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=junglepussy-drops-critiqua-whilst-simultaneously-announcing-new-project-jp5000 Thu, 03 Feb 2022 09:34:24 +0000 https://www.voirfashion.co.uk/?p=48903 “Ain’t a damn thing discrete, the name Junglepussy”, inventive rapper Junglepussy exclaims on the lead single for her upcoming record ‘Jp5000’, making it feel as though her two-year hiatus from music never happened.  Straight talking, sassy and charismatic are just a few phrases that come to mind when thinking of Rap trailblazer Junglepussy. With the […]

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]]> “Ain’t a damn thing discrete, the name Junglepussy”, inventive rapper Junglepussy exclaims on the lead single for her upcoming record ‘Jp5000’, making it feel as though her two-year hiatus from music never happened. 

Straight talking, sassy and charismatic are just a few phrases that come to mind when thinking of Rap trailblazer Junglepussy. With the announcement that her five-track project ‘Jp5000’ is coming on Friday 4th February, we delve into the unfiltered mind of Junglepussy and what to expect from her upcoming music. 

The mind behind this fierce persona is Shayna McHayle, hailing from New York, she has become well-loved for her candid lyricism, infectious phrasing and ability to continuously reinvent herself. Her current most popular track ‘Trader Joe’ has amassed over 12 million streams on Spotify, and as her following continues to grow, it is clear Junglepussy is in her own lane.

The project’s lead single ‘Critqua’, invites us into Jungle’s psychedelic and inventive style, married with idiosyncratic visuals. The track features laid back Hip-Hop production, leaving Junglepussy’s vocal performance and snappy lyrics at the forefront of the song. Her lyricism tells the story of no longer caring about criticism, with almost every line worthy of being a standout phrase.

 “These words for your neck

Don’t stress me, baby

And you deserve what you get

That tongue audacious”

‘Jp5000’ will come as Junglepussy’s fifth project, and is said to be her most mellow and introspective record yet. Across the project’s five tracks, Junglepussy has united with incredible talent, drawing production credits from the likes of Suzi Analogue (celebrated collaborator of Grammy Award-nominated Tokimonsta) and Nick Hakim (Erykah Badu, BADBADNOTGOOD). 

From a captivating lead single, promising talent collaborations, to introspective lyricism, we think ‘Jp5000’ will further extend what we know of Junglepussy. But, one thing is certain, we can expect boldness and honesty.

Words By Nadia Clasper

Photo Credit: Caity Arthur

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]]> Shenseea and Megan Thee Stallion Are Getting Us Ready For Hot Girl Summer! https://www.voirfashion.co.uk/post/shenseea-and-megan-thee-stallion-just-made-january-a-little-hotter/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shenseea-and-megan-thee-stallion-just-made-january-a-little-hotter Mon, 24 Jan 2022 20:49:48 +0000 https://www.voirfashion.co.uk/?p=48004 If you weren’t already longing for summer, this track will have you dreaming about tropical weather! Jamaican artist Shenseaa has teamed up with hot girl Megan Thee Stallion for a raunchy, fun song titled ‘Lick’.

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]]> If you weren’t already longing for summer, this track will have you dreaming about tropical weather! Jamaican artist Shenseaa has teamed up with hot girl Megan Thee Stallion for a raunchy, fun song titled ‘Lick’.

The track is produced by the notorious Hip-Hop producer Murda Beatz and features a popular sample from DJ Flex and Denise Belfon’s “Put Your Back In It” reimagined by Shenseea for the track’s infectious hook.  

Shenseea brings the energy with her verse and hook, intertwining melodic phrasing with snappy rapping. Megan also brings the fire with her verse, with a fast-paced hard-hitting rap bound to make you feel empowered.

If the immense production and performance of the song weren’t enough, the video includes saucy visuals sure to get your heart racing. From ice cream, sex toys, lollipops to candy floss, this video doesn’t leave much to your imagination! However, we love to see two women feeling empowered and in control of their sexuality, and this video gives us that. 

Shenseea has had an exciting run-up to this latest single, from being featured on Kanye West’s recent, now Grammy-nominated, album ‘DONDA’ (“Ok Ok Pt 2” and “Pure Souls”) to playing her first-ever U.S. festivals with Rolling Loud in Miami and New York.

‘Lick’ comes as the first single to be released from Shenseea’s upcoming debut album ‘Alpha’, and judging by the success Shenseaa has had in previous years, and how this new single is sounding, we have a feeling we are in for big things. 

Words By Nadia Clasper

Photo Credit: Shenseaa Instagram

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]]> Luxury Rapping https://www.voirfashion.co.uk/post/2017-12-01-luxury-rapping/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2017-12-01-luxury-rapping Fri, 01 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.voirfashion.co.uk/2017-12-01-luxury-rapping/ Fashion and music often cross over, whether that is in style or collaborations between artists and designers. Rappers in particular often like to shout about their favourite high fashion brands, so we have rounded up the hottest tracks, with our favourite fashion-centric rap lyrics. Lil Pump – Gucci Gang When your part of a group […]

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]]> Fashion and music often cross over, whether that is in style or collaborations between artists and designers. Rappers in particular often like to shout about their favourite high fashion brands, so we have rounded up the hottest tracks, with our favourite fashion-centric rap lyrics.

Lil Pump – Gucci Gang

When your part of a group known as ‘Gucci Gang’, it is no surprise that you would be a fan of the high-end clothing brand. Lil Pump’s recent release repeats the name throughout the song, with the lyrics also mentioning fellow high-end designers Balmain, and references to Christian Louboutin.

Migos – Versace

Although they’re not the first rappers to mention fashion house Versace, Migos probably are the first to say the high-end brands name 91 times. Throughout the song, Migos describe the different Versace items that they own, including fashion, jewellery and interior products.

Jay-Z – Tom Ford

As luxurious and refined as a Tom Ford suit, Jay-Z’s song named after the high end designer matches the feel of one of his creations. In the track Jay-Z speaks of rocking Tom Ford suits, something he is known for wearing from time to time.

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Cardi B – Bodak Yellow

Topping the charts with her first major release, Cardi B’s Bodak Yellow, references her past and work ethic. “These expensive, these is red bottoms, these is bloody shoes” are lyrics in the rap, that speak of Christian Louboutin shoes, a brand known for their signature red sole.

A$AP Rocky – Fashion Killa

No stranger to high fashion is A$AP Rocky, who has been involved in fashion since 2012. So it is no surprise that one of the songs to feature in this round-up is ‘Fashion Killa’, that mentions many high-end brands throughout the four-minute track.

Future – YSL Cheetah ft. Juelz Santana

Shout outs to Gucci, Versace, Christian Louboutin and Burberry, happen throughout the four minutes of one of Future’s early releases. Titled YSL, the high-fashion labels come at you fast in this rap.

Kreayshawn – Gucci Gucci

With an infectious repetitive chorus, and references to Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Fendi and Prada, this list wouldn’t be complete without a mention of “Gucci Gucci” by rapper Kreayshawn.

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