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Skilla Baby & YTB Fatt: The late night flex is glowing in the new 'Gumbo Mix' music video

Sometimes you just need a fire anthem to hit the spot and fortunately Detroit’s Skilla Baby and YTB Fatt come through with all the audio nutritional value needed with their ‘Gumbo Mix.’ But it’s more than just a hot anthem, the visual goes even harder.

Turn up vibes and the ice glowing up at night? Say less. Peep the details and get caught up in the fun.

Detroit's burgeoning Hip-Hop star returns with "Gumbo Mix," feat. West Memphis rapper YTB Fatt. The track is taken from his highly anticipated EP, set to drop at the beginning of 2024. Skilla Baby has gained significant traction on social media, with viral hits like "Gorgeous" with Tee Grizzley, "Mama" with Rob49 and Tay B, and his previously released single "Bae," which is currently generating a lot of buzz. With over 100K followers on TikTok, 129M video views on YouTube, and 766K followers on Instagram, Skilla Baby's popularity is reaching higher highs daily.

"Gumbo Mix" authentically explores the realities of life in the tough streets of Detroit and West Memphis, offering an unfiltered perspective on street life, including themes of rivalry and survival. Collaborating with YTB Fatt adds an extra layer of authenticity to the track, as he brings his own experiences and unique viewpoint to the table. Together, they create a dynamic synergy that takes listeners on a thrilling journey through the determination and resilience of these cities. "Gumbo Mix" provides a captivating narrative of his lifestyle in Detroit and West Memphis, offering a sneak peek into the electrifying and diverse EP, God's Favorite, which is poised to make a major impact in the upcoming year.

Skilla Baby continues his ascent as a rising star in the music industry with the notable success of "We Eat The Most (Reloaded)," which reached an impressive #9 on the Apple Music hip-hop chart. The music video for "Icky Vicky Vibes" from his original mixtape has garnered over 13 million views on YouTube, solidifying his presence and popularity among fans. So far this year has been marked by noteworthy collaborations with acclaimed artists like G Herbo, City Girls, Luh Tyler, and Rob49, Dess Dior, Tee Grizzley, Doe Boy, demonstrating Skilla Baby's ability to collaborate with some of the genre's finest talents. In a recent song teaser for Jack Harlow's upcoming music, Skilla Baby even received a shout-out, further affirming his position as a captivating new artist.

As a protege of the esteemed Sada Baby, Skilla Baby is forging his own distinctive path in the music scene, establishing himself as one of the Motor City's most unique voices. Despite his young age of 25, he has already built an impressive discography. His debut project, "Push That Shit Out Skilla," released in 2019, served as a powerful introduction to his promising career. Throughout 2022, he released three impactful mixtapes: "Detroit Raised Me," "Crack Music 2," and "We Eat The Most." These releases have further solidified Skilla Baby's presence and showcased his artistic growth and evolution.