Quality Control rapper Lakeyah aka ‘The Female GOAT’ is back with a new single, and summer club anthem “Want Em Hood”. Lakeyah’s new track is her latest testament to her skill in the booth and is an uptempo trap ode to the kind of man Lakeyah wants. Offering the summer energy and club anthem every girl needs for summer 2023.
Lakeyah is also coming off the heels of releasing her June 2nd EP with Kash Doll ‘ADD IT UP’, headlining the 2023 Culture Con Mainstage, and is gearing up for the return of BET+’s ‘The Impact Atlanta.’ After a successful season 1, Lakeyah has officially returned for season 2. Season 2 will feature heavy hitters Ariana ‘Ari’ Fletcher, Destiny ‘Dess Dior’ Bailey, Dionte ‘Arrogant Tae’ Gray, Jerrika Karlae, Tuson Jewell, and Lakeyah. The eight-episode series highlights Atlanta’s most influential young creatives as they give viewers a look into their lives, featuring important events, conversations, and moments they experience. Sharing a peek into the creative process, preparation, and deal-making it takes to expand their brands and impact the culture. The premiere date has yet to be announced but will arrive in 2023.
The former 2021 XXL Freshman made a name for herself in the freestyle circuit first, gaining traction online for her deft pen and braggadocious bars. Since then, Lakeyah signed with Quality Control Music joining a roster of superstar talents such as Lil Baby, Migos, The City Girls, Lil Yachty, and more. While also garnering praise from media outlets like BET, Billboard, Essence, Forbes, Refinery29, NYLON, and more – the latter describing Lakeyah as “a rap wunderkind.”
Over the years, Lakeyah has continued to affirm her status as a bonafide lyricist. Songs like “Mind Yo Business”(12M Views) featuring Latto, “Real B*tch” feat. Gloss Up(3.4M Views) and her guest verse on Nardo Wick’s 2021 single “Baby Wyd?” are mere examples of her record-breaking potential. Not to mention, Lakeyah’s versatility bridges the gap between hip-hop and R&B, introducing a balanced flow that she’s retained as part of her identity.
After emerging as a remarkable new talent in an ever-changing landscape, the Midwest rapper is continuing to push the boundaries with her unique style and artistry.
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