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WHAT IT IS: Bursting onto the scene last year, R&B sensation Fridayy cemented his status as a sought-after hook maestro, contributing to DJ Khaled’s Grammy-nominated hit “GOD DID” and Lil Baby’s “Forever,” landing him on SNL prior to releasing his debut EP, Lost in Melody. He honed his musicianship in church choirs and a basement studio in Philly, adding a layer of authenticity to his artistry. Fridayy’s baritone soars over his meticulously self-produced beats, blending influences from hip-hop, R&B, gospel, Afrobeats and beyond, on his self-titled debut album, featuring standout tracks “When it Comes to You” and “Don’t Give It Away” f/Chris Brown.
Album: Fridayy
Release Date: 8/25
Internet: 54.9m+ global streams; 4.2 m+ monthly Spotify listeners; 3.4m+ streams RTD on “When it Comes to You,” 16.9m+ on “Don’t Give It Away” f/Chris Brown; Top 20 hits as an artist and producer for “GOD DID” and “Forever”
SINGLE: “When It Comes to You”
LIVE: Performed at Rolling Loud Miami and Roots Picnic
PRESS: XXL 2023 Freshman class, EBONY (“Six artists to know before 2023”), UPROXX, Essence, Revolt, Grammy.com, On the Radar, Wonderland, Our Generation, more
PUBLISHING: Lost in Melody LLC/Def Jam
MANAGEMENT: Edgar Cutino & Chris Washington