Skilla Baby: It's a black and white storytelling reveal in the 'Plate' music video
There’s no holding back when hip-hop artist Skilla Baby speaks out. So a much-needed ‘Plate’ anthem goes hard and having a music video, too? Tough.
It’s about acknowledging the youth and staying true to his roots in the new visual. Tap in.
The Motor City's very own, Skilla Baby, has revealed his latest single “Plate” following his viral sensation "BAE," from his upcoming EP. The single examines Skilla’s role in the Detroit landscape from his point of view as a man of the people, philanthropist, and hometown hero who actively finds ways to get involved and give back to his community instead of counting benjamins. Skilla’s distinct lyrical artistry and storytelling takes fans through his thought process towards his haters who don’t recognize his generosity and how he supports his city saying, “Who really puttin’ on for the city though? Who really take their time out? And talk to these kids And give back to these kids though?” Listen to “Plate” HERE.
The 25-year-old rapper hailing from Detroit, Michigan, is making waves in the music industry with several notable achievements. Recently, he shared a series of memorable moments including linking up with none other than 50 Cent in Miami, the 97.9 WJLB Big Show in Detroit, where his rendition of Keisha Cole went viral, and now, he’s joined Travis Scott's Midwest leg of the Circus Maximus tour, further solidifying his presence in the industry. Two of Skilla's tracks, "Bae" and "Mama," have garnered significant success, ranking in the top 35 and top 15, respectively, on urban radio nationwide. His music video for "Bae" has reached an impressive 4.9 million views, showcasing the widespread appeal of his work. His digital presence is equally impressive, with over 256 million US streams and a YouTube channel boasting 120 million combined views and 243,000 subscribers. On Spotify, Skilla commands over 1.6 million monthly listeners, accompanied by 79,000 followers and growing. Across social media platforms, Skilla boasts over 1.2 million followers, reaching a diverse audience.
A protege of hometown hero Sada Baby, Skilla is carving out a lane as one of the Motor City’s most distinct voices. Though just 24 years old, the MC has amassed an impressive body of work, beginning with Push That Shit Out Skilla, his careening debut album from 2019. Three tapes followed in 2022, Detroit Raised Me, Crack Music 2, and We Eat The Most which reached #9 on the Apple music hip hop chart. Additionally, Skilla’s single “Icky Vicky Vibes” music video also just recently surpassed over 11M views on YouTube underlining his reputation as one of the genre's most enthralling and prolific artists.
In summary, Skilla Baby's journey in the music industry reflects a rising star with a multifaceted reach, from viral moments and successful tours to chart-topping tracks and a robust online presence.
