R&B

By Status Ain't Hood Staff October 17, 2025
The anticipation is over. Rising R&B star and Grammy-award winning singer Ron E drops his debut album Let Me Explain. Executive produced by Hitmaka, the 12-track project features Fabolous, Honey Bxby, and Bay Swag, blending smooth R&B with streetwise edge. Through themes of love, growth, and vulnerability, Ron E delivers soulful storytelling (esp. on tracks like the captivating "Company" and "The G.O.A.T. featuring Tink) and heartfelt honesty, marking Let Me Explain as both a personal statement and a powerful debut moment.
By Status Ain't Hood Staff October 15, 2025
Kameelah “Meelah” Williams, the former lead singer of R&B group 702, steps into sultry Afro-R&B territory with her new single “All Eyes On Me.” Written by Cyrus Deshield and co-produced by Darius “3D” Jenkins and Brandon Black, the mid-tempo bop pulses with synths and bass as Meelah tempts, teases, and commands attention, confidently owning her power, allure, and independence as a versatile artist.
By Status Ain't Hood Staff October 15, 2025
Chicago native Sól shines in the new video for “Lover Girl,” a dreamy indie R&B track produced by Kid Neptune and directed by Killflam. Channeling divine feminine energy, Sól delivers sultry, soulful vocals that celebrate self-love, confidence, and romantic potential. With lyrics like “I give my loving and affection... two beings of light,” the song radiates warmth, intimacy, and high-vibe connection. 
By Status Ain't Hood Staff October 15, 2025
India Shawn continues her empowering new era with the release of “Gone” and its cinematic neo-Western video directed by David Maxwell. Produced by D’Mile and John Kercy, the soulful track blends southern warmth with modern R&B. With surf guitars, whistling, and a stirring piano solo, Shawn reclaims her peace and power, turning heartbreak into freedom, clarity, and self-assured strength.
By Status Ain't Hood Staff October 13, 2025
Grammy and Oscar-winning artists Tiara Thomas and H.E.R. reunite for their empowering new single “Move,” released via ONErpm. Co-written by the duo and produced by Non Native and Luis Bordeaux, the smooth, downtempo track delivers a message of confidence and self-worth, urging listeners to set boundaries and walk away from negativity. The song’s new animated video, created by Naarm/Melbourne-based illustrator Peo Michie, visually amplifies the theme with vibrant, soulful imagery that captures the essence of empowerment and renewal.