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Kyla Imani Delivers New Video for ‘Chosen’, Bringing Bold Style and Unmatched Confidence

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Kyla Imani Delivers New Video for 'Chosen', Bringing Bold Style and Unmatched Confidence

Kyla Imani returns with a new video for the sizzling single “Chosen.” From the initial frame of the Kamaleon Films-directed video, the song gives off a superstar aura. “Chosen is set to dominate playlists for the remainder of the summer, heading into hoodie season.

“Chosen” showcases the range of Kyla Imani’s voice over a bouncy trap-inspired R&B hit. Exuding confidence by singing, “This body is all me,” Kyla clearly shows why she is “Chosen” as her rapid ascension continues.

Kyla Imani’s style is on full display in the film, opening with a wide pair of stunning hater blockers covering her eyes, matched with a “K” varsity jacket lounging on a sofa before she hits the scene. Once she leaves, dominant pieces like a pink halter top during her Louis Vuitton stroll, an elevated denim two-piece set accented by a cross, and a flowy angelic white kaftan continue throughout the video.

Kyla Imani’s journey in the music industry began as a music influencer, where she secured brand deals that helped her gain recognition. Now, she’s taking her career to a new level as a songwriter, having signed with Stargate and Pulse. Kyla has contributed her talents to projects like the TV show Equalizer (Queen Latifah) and Deb’a House, writing hooks for female Hip Hop artists coached by Deb Antney, who famously discovered Nicki Minaj.

A graduate of the legendary LaGuardia High School in NYC, the same school that produced Minaj, Kyla Imani highlights she’s “grown now” and “Chosen.” Kyla Imani plans to release a new single every month for the rest of the year. As she forges her distinctive path in the music world, Kyla Imani’s unique sound is set to impact the contemporary music scene.

“Chosen” delivers an authentic and engaging experience for Kyla Imani’s fans. As she forges her distinctive path in the music world, Kyla Imani’s unique sound is set to impact the contemporary music scene. Keep an eye out for more from this promising artist as she continues to share her captivating story through soulful melodies and heartfelt storytelling.

Photographer: Shawn Hanna
Wardrobe Stylist: Travie Rozae
Creative: HANNAROZAE

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Kyla Imani Drops Raw and Honest Single “Real to You” as a Glimpse into Twenties Turmoil

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Kyla Imani Drops Raw and Honest Single "Real to You" as a Glimpse into Twenties Turmoil

Brooklyn’s rising star, Kyla Imani, graces the music scene with her latest single, “Real to You,” a poignant reflection on the challenges of navigating early adulthood. The singer, songwriter, and influencer, with nearly 2 million TikTok followers, bares her soul through seductive vocals, questioning the authenticity of a past love.

As Kyla embraces the turbulence of her twenties, “Real to You” sets the stage for her upcoming ventures in the music industry. The track seamlessly blends emotive lyricism with a velvety R&B instrumental, marking a distinctive path for the young artist.

Known for her unfiltered approach to storytelling, Kyla Imani invites listeners into her world with raw vulnerability. The single captures the essence of personal growth, heartache, and self-discovery, making it a relatable anthem for those grappling with the complexities of young adulthood.

“Real to You” emerges as a powerful introduction to Kyla’s evolving musical journey, promising audiences an authentic and captivating experience. As she continues to carve her unique lane, Kyla Imani’s refreshing sound is poised to leave an indelible mark on the contemporary music landscape. Stay tuned for more from this promising artist as she shares her compelling narrative through soulful melodies and genuine storytelling.

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Singer-Songwriter Sensation Kyla Imani Unveils Energetic Anthem “21 Forever” Available Now

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Kyla Imani, the talented 21-year-old singer, songwriter, and performer, is back with a scorching new single titled “21 Forever.” This release follows Kyla Imani‘s recent signing of a publishing deal with PULSE and Stargate, earning her co-signs from the legendary duo known for their work with Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Rihanna, Selena Gomez, Celine Dion, and many others.

“21 Forever” is a musical chronicle of Kyla’s transition into adulthood. Set against an energetic backdrop of lively beats, uplifting synths, and hip-hop-style drums, the track showcases Kyla’s hypnotic melodies and celebratory vocals. The infectious hook, “I’m 21 forever, living my life to the 100th degree,” leaves a lasting impression. Demonstrating her musical versatility, Kyla effortlessly weaves between punchy rap cadences and anthemic harmonies throughout the song. “21 Forever” offers fans a glimpse into the joys and challenges of Kyla’s new grown-up world while setting the stage for more music to come.

READ MORE: Kyla Imani’s 2023 Start Highlights the Growth of a Future Star

In addition to her new single, Kyla Imani is set to appear as a special guest on “The Piper Tour” with Piper Rockelle. She will captivate audiences at the Globe Theater in Los Angeles, CA, on June 4th and later at the Flagstar Strand in Detroit, MI, on June 24th.

Hailing from New York, Kyla has garnered millions of streams and views across her popular tracks like “These Boys Ain’t It,” “Sitting Up In My Room” featuring Jay Critch, and “it’s not that deep.” Notably, “it’s not that deep” alone has amassed over 2.1 million streams on Spotify. Kyla’s talent has earned her recognition from esteemed outlets such as People, Buzzfeed, Hello Beautiful, and Huffington Post.

READ MORE: Kyla Imani Named the LAAMP Artist of the Year

Recently, Kyla Imani wowed audiences with a performance at the renowned South by Southwest festival in Austin, TX. BET praised her as “showing signs of an extremely promising future,” while Essence applauded her for bringing her Black Girl Magic to the forefront. With her latest single and upcoming performances, Kyla continues to cement her place as a rising star in the music industry.

You can hear the new single below.

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Kyla Imani’s 2023 Start Highlights the Rapid Growth of a Future Star

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Kyla Imani’s blossoming career continues to flourish behind a robust first quarter of 2023, which featured performing on the hottest stages at SXSW and gearing up for a cross-country run on The Piper Tour.

Following 2022, where Kyla Imani had 2.1 million listeners across 180 countries, the budding superstar opened this year with a remix of SZA’s “Kill Bill” to engage her followers before taking off to the 2023 Grammys.

During her 2023 SXSW visit, Kyla Imani was one of the featured performers of the Futuristic Flow Showcase, where she joined headliner Lola Brooke, Trap Beckham, and more of the class of music stars that will define the next generation.

“It was nice to get back out there!” Kyla Imani said of the SXSW stop. “I really hibernated in the studio last year and focused on making new music and songwriting, so it’s been a little minute since I’ve been on stage. I haven’t done shows since the summer so I had a great time back up there. I love performing!”

If you weren’t fortunate to catch Kyla during her visit to SXSW, you could see her on The Piper Tour, supporting Piper Rockelle on the two remaining dates of June 4 in Los Angeles or June 24 in Detroit.

But that won’t be the last of the work for Kyla Imani in 2023. She tells The Source that she plans to release new music and more.

“For the rest of 2023 I’m looking forward to new music, more shows, and getting some placements!” Imani added. “I’m about to release a birthday anthem called ’21 Forever’ so that’s gonna be a whole vibe. I’ve been writing so much and my pen is crazy now so who knows!

“Either way, I’ll definitely be writing your next favorite song, whether it’s for me or another dope artist.”

You can keep up with Kyla Imani’s music here.

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Kyla Imani Named the LAAMP Artist of the Year

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Kyla Imani is continuing her stellar 2022 with the win of the Artist of the Year award from the Los Angeles Academy for Artist & Music Production (LAAMP). Also awarded during the ceremony were yearly awards for Song, Songwriter, and Producer.

The LAAMP is a one-year music program featuring mentors such as Jetson, Jozzy, Ne-Yo, John Cunningham, and more. The LAAMP is based in Los Angeles with the goal to assist rising producers, artists, and songwriters by enhancing their skills through collaboration and mentorship. Below, Kyla Imani is pictured with production team Stargate, who leads the LAAMP.

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Kyla Imani, former Gen Z host for The Source Report and thesource.com, kicked off 2022 with her single “BIG PLANS.” The fresh melodic yet hard-hitting single caught the attention of Tunecore who made Kyla Imani a New Music Friday featured artist.

Back in March, Kyla Imani was named an official SXSW 2022 Artist, where she was a headliner with Omeretta The Great, Santana Fox and more at the Futuristic Femme Showcase.

With over 1.5 million followers on TikTok and music as the signature of her brand, Kyla Imani is looking to bet on herself this year. She has taken a leave of absence this year from the famed Tisch School of the Arts at NYU to pursue being a full-time content creator, songwriter, and music artist. Kyla has secured major sponsorship campaigns with companies like Adobe, L’Oreal, Ulta-Beauty, Grub Hub, Hype Bae, and Footlocker while also producing her music and working with media brands such as BeatStars (where she is co-creator of “The Hook” by Kyla Imani) and The Source Magazine, ushering in a fresh and new generation to the iconic media brand.

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Kyla Imani Named Official SXSW 2022 Artist

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As far as New Artists On The Rise go, Kyla Imani, former Gen Z host for The Source Report and thesource.com, started 2022 with “BIG PLANS.” The name of her single holds true to her year as she will take the stage in Austin, Texas as an official SXSW 2022 artist. Kyla Imani will be on hand for the weekend of March 16 to March 20, infusing the city and festival with her brand of music, which is skyrocketing her into superstardom one stage at a time.

One of the stages Kyla Imani will be featured on is the Futuristic Femme Showcase, appearing alongside Omeretta The Great, Nezi Momodu, Santana Fox, and Keora.

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Imani’s latest hard-hitting single, “BIG PLANS,” has caught the attention of Tunecore, who made her New Music Friday featured artist for 01/21/2022.

With over 1.5 million followers on TikTok and music as her brand’s signature, Kyla Imani is looking to bet on herself this year. Kyla has secured major sponsorship campaigns with companies like Adobe, L’Oreal, Ulta-Beauty, Grub Hub, Hype Bae, and Footlocker while also producing her music and working with media brands such as BeatStars (where she is co-creator of “The Hook” by Kyla Imani) and The Source Magazine, ushering in a fresh and new generation to the iconic media brand. This year, she has taken a leave of absence from the famed Tisch School of the Arts at NYU to pursue being a full-time content creator, songwriter, and music artist.

Last year was a significant artist development year for Kyla Imani, as she dropped several independent singles, including singles: “These Boys Ain’t It” and the “TrackStar: Let Him Hurt” remix, which became a TikTok anthem going viral and had young ladies all across the globe clapping back on the dating and heart-breaking games there dudes (or boys) play in a relationship — as she became a voice for the witty clap backs. Check and subscribe to her growing YouTube channel to hear more of her songs.

Keep up with Kyla Imani’s moves across SXSW and in the future on her Instagram.

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