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Kamaiyah Believes YG Owes Her An Apology: “You Gotta Be A Man & Stand On Yours”
As she was carving out the type of career she wanted in the music industry, Kamaiyah looked up to Bay Area legends like Too $hort and E-40. She wanted to have as much control over her career as possible while staying independent, but when YG took interest in the Oakland artist, Kamaiyah’s manager convinced her that signing to 4Hunnid would be the way to go. However, it didn’t take long for Kamaiyah to grow a tad frustrated with the way things were moving because she claims she was being held back. Soon, her relationship with YG and 4Hunnid turned sour, and the rapper recently spoke with Vlad TV about her times with the label.
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“It’s just like, I’m not gon’ flourish here. If I stay here, I’m not gon’ ever be what I’m supposed to be and reach my maximum. This ain’t a fit for me. It ain’t what I envisioned myself being,” Kamaiyah said. She added that she “stayed loyal” with the hopes that they would “eventually get it together,” but she felt as if she was putting YG’s vision ahead of her own. “This ain’t what I envisioned for my career, so I had to do what I had to do and what was best for me.”
Kamaiyah made it clear that she’s not beefing with YG, they “just don’t speak” because of some of the things she claims he said when she left his label. “There was some things said that until you rectify and apologize, I feel like what’s the point in me having a conversation,” she said. “‘Cause then, I’m pacifying your actions. And me being a woman and a queen that stand on my word I felt like you gotta be a man and stand on yours and apologize for some off the things that was said and done.” She wouldn’t share what was said because she didn’t want to repeat it. Check out Kamaiyah speaking on her days with Interscope/4Hunnid below.
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Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 makes a stand for afrobeat against corruption on latest release Na Dem feat. Tom Morello.
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The song’s heart is a direct challenge to corruption and the abuse of power. Instead of singling out one profession or institution for its critique, “Na Dem” identifies a larger culture of dishonesty, targeting bad lawyers, bad doctors, bad politicians, and anyone who would sell their integrity for personal gain. The message is sharp and uncompromising and delivered with the urgency that has become a hallmark of Seun Kuti’s artistry.
The inclusion of Tom Morello adds another level of intensity to the record. His presence adds to the song’s rebellious energy, creating a powerful intersection between the rhythmic activism of Afrobeat and the confrontational edge of rock. The result of the collaboration is a track that is both timeless and of the moment.
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The way each instrument sounds makes it feel planned, which lets the listener stay in the fleeting moments the song so beautifully describes. Bartenetti’s singing is the best part of the song. She shows an openness that feels real, as if she has lost something and still fully embraces love and presence with complete honesty. Her choice of words and small changes in tone make the lyrics feel even closer.
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October 9, 2023 at 5:49 am
This product appears to be a news article or blog post discussing an issue between two individuals, Kamaiyah and YG. The title suggests that there is a conflict or disagreement between them, with Kamaiyah demanding an apology from YG. It indicates that the article will delve into the details of their disagreement and Kamaiyah’s expectations for resolution.