Biography:
BAYLI is a pop and R&B singer and songwriter who has been making waves with her catchy and honest songs. She is a Black, queer woman from New York City who tells stories from her perspective and experiences. In this article, we will explore BAYLI’s musical journey, her debut EP, her latest single, and her future plans.
From The Skins to Solo Career
BAYLI started her musical career as the lead vocalist of The Skins, a rock band that she formed with her siblings and friends when she was a teenager. The band was signed by Rick Rubin and released an EP called Still Sleep. They also toured with DNCE and were featured by Rolling Stone.
However, BAYLI wanted to pursue a solo career and explore her own sound and style. She released her first solo single, “MYOB: Or Whatever” in 2018, which was co-written with Justin Tranter. She then released more singles that showed her R&B influences, such as “Underneath” and “sushi for breakfast”.
Stories from New York
In 2021, BAYLI released her debut EP, stories from new york, which consisted of six songs that captured her New York City background and influences. The EP included singles like “foreigner”, “16”, and “boys lie”, which dealt with themes like love, loss, and empowerment. BAYLI said that the EP was a natural concept for her, as all the songs had a connection to her hometown.
BAYLI also said that she wanted to share stories from a new perspective: “As a Black woman, as a queer person, as a person at the intersection of all these things, I would love to be there to tell new stories. That’s what stories from new york is.”
TELLY BAG
In 2022, BAYLI gained more recognition for her single “TELLY BAG”, an ode to her love of the Telfar bag, a popular fashion accessory among the queer community. The song was praised for its “effortless breeziness” and “laidback vibes” by The Fader and Paper, and was described as a “gay anthem” by BroadwayWorld. The song was also included in her second EP, Stories 2, which was released in October 2022.
What’s Next for BAYLI
BAYLI is currently on tour with Magdalena Bay, another rising pop duo that shares her creative vision and energy. She is also working on new music and projects that will showcase her talent and personality. BAYLI is definitely an artist to watch out for in the pop and R&B scene, as she brings a unique and authentic voice that resonates with many listeners.
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