- 2018-07-05
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MUSIC
Mocha Bands Premieres New Music Video for “Longevity”
New York-based rapper and actress Imani Lewis, aka Mocha Bands dropped a new music video for “Longevity” directed by IG. The video was premiered exclusively on Hip Hop DX.
Last August, she released her debut EP "The Year of Mocha". The new song follows up the EP.
The debut EP comprises of 7-track and features guest appearances from Erick Pierre and Kash Juliano.
She recently won New York City’s "Mic Is Open" talent showcase “Pancakes & Poetry”. She also stars in the Netflix show "The Get Down" and played the role of Karen Williams on FOX’s hit show "STAR".
The 19-year-old rapper said of the song;
"As a lyricist, I strive to influence the Hip Hop world and to be remembered decades from now. Similar to the various artists that I’ve grown to respect, such as JAY-Z, Lauryn Hill, Nas and Biggie Smalls. I want my music career to have a long life, which is why I chose the title of my song to be ‘Longevity.'”- source : Hip Hop DX