FEATURE:
Spotlight
Chy Cartier
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AN artist who I think is going…
to have her best year now, Chy Cartier is a U.K. Drill talent that is getting a lot of buzz. I am going to drop in a few of her songs that demonstrate her incredible talent. Whilst there are not many interviews - properly expansive ones rather than press around BOSSED UP - up about her, that is going to change as she gains more exposure. Perhaps someone who has not been embraced by as many people as she deserves, the North London queen is rising and putting out distinct and unforgettable songs. A singular talent who is among out finest young artists, many eyes will be on her as we pass through this year. The Face recently announced Chy Cartier as an essential voice to look out for:
“Right now, Chy Cartier has the kind of buzz every rising UK rapper dreams of. Before its proper release, a snippet of her recent single Bossed Up (initially known as Van Cleef, due to the jewellery brand being namechecked) blew up on TikTok, causing impressed rap fans to demand an official version. And as soon as Bossed Up was released in November last year, the likes of Little Simz, Central Cee, K‑Trap and Unknown T were quick to cosign. Why does the Tottenham rapper stand out? Aside from her explosive energy, Chy is trying out unique and unusual flows, encouraging a welcome wave of innovation in the UK rap scene. DR”.
One of the best tracks of last year came in the form of Chy Cartier’s BOSSED UP. I am fairly new to her work, though I heard this track and was instantly compelled to discover more. I don’t think U.K. Rap and Drill gets quite the discussion it deserves. Maybe seen as reserved to certain radio stations and audiences, there is a power and relevance in the gene – regarding lyrics and themes discussed – that warrants wider attention. If you have not heard the name Chy Cartier, you need to check out what she is going right now. BOSSED UP announces her as a major name of the future:
“One of the most keenly-awaited UK rap tracks in a long time has finally arrived. About a month ago, Tottenham-hailing rhymer Chy Cartier shared a snippet of “Bossed Up”, a track packed with grit and determination, and it caught an immediate buzz. But it has to be said: the rap newcomer’s previous singles, “Hella Rare”, “Show Me Love” and “Suit That”, have been great launching pads for what is about to be a breakout hit for her.
Produced by GW & RP, the “Bossed Up” clip pulled in praise and co-signs from the likes of Stormzy, Digga D, Potter Payper, Youngs Teflon and Wretch 32. A clip of the accompanying video, directed by Florian Joahn, was previewed earlier this week and took that buzz even further—slick and dramatic, it paints Chy in bold greyscale as she lets rip in front of the concrete city sprawl.
“‘Bossed Up’ is about having solid ambition and despite whatever challenges you may encounter, you should never give up on your dreams,” Chy Cartier tells Complex. “You can achieve anything you put your mind to—so go and get it! The hook looks back to my early years, the quick meals I used to eat before the uptown meals. The track is a self-celebration and affirmation for all my efforts to get to where I want to be”.
It is new days in many ways. Chy Cartier embarking on this new chapter. I cannot find much in the way of personal revelation and discussion. Getting to know more about who she is and where she is from. This is a lot shorter than most of my Spotlight features regarding press and insight. I hope that Chy Cartier does sit down to chat with some websites and publications. New music will be coming this year. There is something especially intriguing when it comes to Chy Cartier. I still think that British Rap is imbalanced when it comes to gender balance. Women not getting as much attention and opportunity as they deserve. I do think that things will change. At the moment, there is this inequality and discrimination that has to shift. Immense talent coming through is pushing back against the male-dominated and focused look. Chy Cartier is someone who is going to leave her mark on British Hip-Hop and Drill. A mixtape or album will give us a greater impression of who she is and what she is about. The inspiring BOSSED UP will give voice and hope to so many people. Reaching for dreams and keeping going on, it is clear that there is no stopping Chy Cartier. Make sure that you follow her on social media. She is going to ascend to new heights this year. Even though there are no interviews I can find, I was keen to spotlight Chy Cartier, as she is getting a lot of love and attention. A name that should be shared far and wide, watch this London artist explode. What she has put out in the world so far proves that we are going to be hearing about Chy Cartier…
FOR a long time to come.
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