Chika: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

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  • Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
  • This performance was recorded on February 24, 2020. We will continue releasing Tiny Desk videos of shows that had already been taped. In light of current events, NPR is postponing new live tapings of Tiny Desk Concerts. In the meantime, check out Tiny Desk (home) concerts! They’re recorded by the artists in their home. It’s the same spirit - stripped-down sets, an intimate setting - just a different space.
    March 13, 2020 | Abby O'Neill -- Showing her playful side, the 23-year old rapper, Chika came to the Tiny Desk chock-full of jokes and lots of flair, even bringing her sister in-tow to celebrate the occasion as a family affair. Chika was also the first hip-hop act to anchor her set with just a Peruvian cajón instead of a full, hard-hitting kit. The surprisingly stripped-down performance allowed her lyrics, with all their nuance, to take center stage - and the result was remarkable.
    The impressive harmonies from Chika's four backup singers brought all the feels right out of the gate. Backed by a guitar melody that was both catchy and eerily haunting, Chika ripped through "Industry Games," the first single and title cut to her major label, debut EP. Moving seamlessly between rap verse and melodic hooks, Chika showcased her unusual tonality, multi-cadence delivery and vocal range, with an effortless, double-time lyrical bounce.
    These days, most hip-hop artists who come to the Tiny Desk try to one-up performances by their peers and think a blowout production is better. But Chika knew less was more. When your level of talent cuts through - and hits you directly in the gut as hers did - there's no need or time for any industry games.
    SET LIST
    "Industry Games"
    "Songs About You"
    "Balencies"
    "Crown"
    "Intro"
    MUSICIANS
    Chika: vocals; Dominic Missana: cajon; David Levitan: guitar; Chris McClenny: bass; Jabri Rayford: vocals; Rachel Robinson: vocals; Darius Dixson: vocals; Danielle Withers: vocals
    CREDITS
    Producers: Abby O'Neill, Morgan Noelle Smith, Jack Corbett; Creative director: Bob Boilen; Audio engineers: Josh Rogosin, Alex Drewenskus; Editor: Maia Stern; Videographers: Jack Corbett, Maia Stern, Melany Rochester, Bronson Arcuri; Associate Producer: Bobby Carter; Production Assistant: Shanti Hands; Executive producer: Lauren Onkey; VP, programming: Anya Grundmann; Photo: Max Posner/NPR

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  • @nprmusic
    @nprmusic  8 месяцев назад +20

    Want to play your own Tiny Desk concert? Unsigned musicians, enter the 2024 Tiny Desk Contest between Jan. 23 and Feb. 21. Learn more: npr.org/tinydeskcontest.

  • @oranicuhh
    @oranicuhh 4 года назад +16541

    Thank you for having us, NPR!

    • @F2DPro
      @F2DPro 4 года назад +395

      More than impressive... You are truly a breath of fresh air... Blessings...

    • @Nikkiayo83
      @Nikkiayo83 4 года назад +124

      GUHL!!! You all are 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @Loyal2TheFoil1
      @Loyal2TheFoil1 4 года назад +112

      This is the best tiny desk I’ve ever witnessed. Female Kayne West.

    • @perfectlyflawed1731
      @perfectlyflawed1731 4 года назад +59

      Naw @CHIKA 🎼 THANK YOU SUGGA!

    • @perfectlyflawed1731
      @perfectlyflawed1731 4 года назад +6

      @@F2DPro say so!🙅🏽

  • @Jackwagon
    @Jackwagon 4 года назад +3992

    She’s so comfortable it’s comforting.

    • @alec1995AT
      @alec1995AT 4 года назад +53

      Full heartedly honest !

    • @ampollard7041
      @ampollard7041 4 года назад +35

      Was thinking the same thing. If I say 1 sentence with a coat on.... I'm sweating!! Lol

    • @brandoboyer731
      @brandoboyer731 4 года назад +5

      Exactly! Well said.

    • @trueviolinist
      @trueviolinist 4 года назад +6

      YES!

    • @NoFAmeProductionsLLC
      @NoFAmeProductionsLLC 4 года назад +41

      She is being herself. What you see is what you get!

  • @Gregnotcraigg
    @Gregnotcraigg 4 года назад +13228

    YO THESE BACKGROUND VOCALISTS ARE NOT TO BE PLAYED WITH

    • @paul4636
      @paul4636 4 года назад +216

      one of the best BV's I ever heard on TD.... they bad!!

    • @anthonybrunson6321
      @anthonybrunson6321 4 года назад +103

      Background singers is on point they are Bananas ❤❤🔥 🔥

    • @CandicePL82
      @CandicePL82 4 года назад +27

      At All

    • @johnbriscoe9022
      @johnbriscoe9022 4 года назад +24

      Agreed

    • @tfsmith1074
      @tfsmith1074 4 года назад +26

      I was thinking the same thing!!!😀

  • @palesaaaa_
    @palesaaaa_ 2 месяца назад +38

    Four years later, I'm embarrassed to mention how many times I've watched Chika's Tiny Desk. The closest thing to perfection 💕

    • @adisacommunications9378
      @adisacommunications9378 2 месяца назад +2

      Meeeeee toooooo!!! Love Chika

    • @palesaaaa_
      @palesaaaa_ 2 месяца назад +1

      @@adisacommunications9378 her personality made things extra perfect. It's the best

    • @ismanieg3877
      @ismanieg3877 Месяц назад +1

      I am unashamed, lololololol… it’s one of the best tiny desks of any genre!!! Especially second track…

    • @palesaaaa_
      @palesaaaa_ Месяц назад

      @@ismanieg3877 Re. It's still sounds so perfect. I am glad i gave her a chance!

    • @AuntieNina68
      @AuntieNina68 9 дней назад +2

      At least 50 times. Comfort watching🥰

  • @Abbaschosenone
    @Abbaschosenone 4 года назад +4060

    She's fire of course but can we discuss how the background NEVER missed a note and maintained consistent through every song...

    • @bmsmith5UB
      @bmsmith5UB 4 года назад +36

      I came here to say exactly this 🙏

    • @swuave29
      @swuave29 4 года назад +36

      Preeeeeeeech! They are too talented!

    • @jazminesmith6979
      @jazminesmith6979 4 года назад +14

      Word!

    • @gregturner7994
      @gregturner7994 4 года назад +59

      FACTS THEY MURDERED.... Balencies?!? Stop playing with me!!! 🔥🔥🔥

    • @FrankiJ1
      @FrankiJ1 4 года назад +19

      Yes, the whole set was dope. I want to hear the background singers do some covers.

  • @rcislariu
    @rcislariu 4 года назад +1331

    ''I dont have an hourglass figure but I can get small while my pockets get bigger'" This chick is fire man.

  • @mrtnmgl13
    @mrtnmgl13 4 года назад +2180

    she's worthy of a spot with the Dreamville gang, no cap

  • @jeffcrazy3498
    @jeffcrazy3498 3 года назад +775

    The backup singers compliment her so much THEY ARE NOT TO MESS WITH

    • @Noobalator
      @Noobalator 2 года назад +9

      Especially when they performed Balencies.

    • @eamon2please
      @eamon2please 9 месяцев назад

      *complement

  • @granta3044
    @granta3044 4 года назад +1505

    She got me with the rapping, and then she drops the singing in the middle of the bar and its over. Yes.

    • @shontapl
      @shontapl 4 года назад +26

      You forgot the chapstick..lol she is definitely nice.

  • @mrs.stewart917
    @mrs.stewart917 4 года назад +1095

    "How you sick as me but come and act like you the medicine?!" A question for the masses.

    • @MeccaShields
      @MeccaShields 4 года назад +19

      "come and function as the medicine" but still, same to the question lol

    • @yassingurhan6204
      @yassingurhan6204 4 года назад +8

      Mecca Shields good question but a good answer is also saying people who hurt feel the need to heal others subconsciously at times. Because we crave to be healed, a lot of us attempt to fix others pains and problems in hopes it’ll heal them. In most cases it usually doesn’t pan out so smoothly, it’s good communicating with one another though while showing empathy. We all could learn things from one another, things that can help propel us further in life.

  • @vv-fr3wl
    @vv-fr3wl 4 года назад +1282

    She is such a VIBEEE. Her energy is so elevating

    • @wtfisthis947
      @wtfisthis947 4 года назад +1

      Etienne Bunbury :) so what can you do? nothing? yeah that’s what I thought

    • @cathriceragin9280
      @cathriceragin9280 2 года назад

      I know i just heard of her about 2 weeks ago where the heck ive been dag she nice she going to be fine I love her

  • @rlevy13
    @rlevy13 Год назад +259

    I need Chika internationally recognized now. I been playing this once a month for the last 2 years and I have yet to run into someone with her named tattooed on their neck. Unacceptable.

    • @syaphilasonimasonie7867
      @syaphilasonimasonie7867 Год назад +3

      I love her😩😍😍

    • @lowlowseesee
      @lowlowseesee Год назад +4

      name on neck is too much of branding. no thanks lol

    • @sealight78
      @sealight78 Год назад +5

      I found this vid from some internet comment, but for what it's worth, she's got a new Canadian fan. Lauryn Hill vibes, but more real.

    • @maddy406mt
      @maddy406mt Год назад +2

      I'll do it if no one else wants to 👻

    • @CheckMate657879
      @CheckMate657879 9 месяцев назад +1

      What is wrong with you? I wouldn't tattoo my mama's or my daddy's name on my neck. What am I going to look like tattooing someone's name on my neck who isn't even responsible for me being on this earth? Is Chika's name tattooed on your neck? If so, that's the only neck you need to concern yourself with. Being a fan doesn't mean being a fool.

  • @joefromdc
    @joefromdc 4 года назад +590

    She has that floetry vibe going on. Vocals with Rhymes

    • @leggyladyus5
      @leggyladyus5 4 года назад +9

      Yesss!! I pick up some Arrested Development and Ms. Melody vibes as well. She's incredibly talented.

    • @rubberchicken6207
      @rubberchicken6207 4 года назад +3

      Joe from DC you’re absolutely correct

    • @ParentalDiscretionIsAdvised
      @ParentalDiscretionIsAdvised 4 года назад +3

      @@leggyladyus5 especially with her dark skin and gap in her teeth!

    • @ParentalDiscretionIsAdvised
      @ParentalDiscretionIsAdvised 4 года назад +5

      Can we bow to Missy for breaking the wall down for big girls in the south (and all over) to sing and rap whilst being seen as more than the ones that came before

    • @KEESHWASH
      @KEESHWASH 4 года назад +1

      Yes! I was feeling the floetry vibes.💞

  • @chinemeremudoh3732
    @chinemeremudoh3732 4 года назад +457

    This chic Chika just bodied 4 genres- Rap, Hip hop, Soul, Neo-soul!!!
    My. Goodness!!!

    • @jackmunoz2165
      @jackmunoz2165 3 года назад +19

      Not to mention comedy lol. Chikas got jokes!

    • @JustWatching.4521
      @JustWatching.4521 3 года назад +12

      And under 20 minutes 🤦🏾‍♀️ love her

    • @Deb8erGuy
      @Deb8erGuy 3 года назад +5

      Agreed. Straight 🔥.

    • @apararkobhattacharya1276
      @apararkobhattacharya1276 3 года назад +2

      What's the difference between rap and hip hop

    • @1MrR
      @1MrR 3 года назад

      I am with you!!! I got goose bumps grooving to them. She doper than pure co kah eeena. She truth. I love the way she is against what "is expected" . I'm an instant fan

  • @wordsbymaribeja1470
    @wordsbymaribeja1470 4 года назад +485

    Flow, vocals, banter with audience, stage presence. SHE HAS IT ALL!!

    • @OdeToOupa
      @OdeToOupa 4 года назад +6

      Maribeja Intel Bro! I’m in total awe! She definitely gained a new fan all the way from South Africa❤️

  • @sagenosnibor9173
    @sagenosnibor9173 Год назад +170

    😲😳😍🙈
    Her breath control, her flow, her swag. I'm in love 💕 👏🏾

  • @amandasmall8831
    @amandasmall8831 4 года назад +515

    WELL. Started this video as a curious viewer, ended it as a STAN.

  • @Youhatekira
    @Youhatekira 4 года назад +1789

    She definitely going to be underrated on that XXL list mark my words

    • @meet_dickson
      @meet_dickson 4 года назад

      I know ryt

    • @kiatorrette5631
      @kiatorrette5631 4 года назад +88

      I'm already seeing people claim she only on xxl cause they need to have women on there. Not like she's genuinely talented or anything

    • @Youhatekira
      @Youhatekira 4 года назад +12

      KIA: KMH Fr like I had to actually go check her out she deserves it

    • @zaiplugz
      @zaiplugz 4 года назад +22

      She’s gonna get signed by dreamvillle after this chyper stuff is over

    • @jay2funny817
      @jay2funny817 4 года назад +2

      U was right😂

  • @whagaman
    @whagaman 4 года назад +631

    Too many mediocre hip hop artists rely on auto tune to write songs like these: Chika is the real deal. Grateful to hear her for the first time and become a new fan

    • @Deenique16
      @Deenique16 4 года назад +5

      Hey i dont mind. I need club music , trap and lyrical. Etc

  • @lyokocomicdubs
    @lyokocomicdubs 3 года назад +815

    List of songs in order:
    0:02 - Industry Games
    4:00 - Songs About You
    8:56 - Balencies
    13:03 - Crown
    15:51 - Intro

  • @CuriosityRover77
    @CuriosityRover77 4 года назад +890

    0:00 - Industry Games
    4:00 - Songs About You
    8:56 - Balencies
    13:03 - Crown
    15:51 - Intro

  • @JaesadaSrisuk
    @JaesadaSrisuk 4 года назад +1024

    This video made me realize how underrated of a skill bantering with the audience is. An artist like Chika who can effectively banter with their audience shows that they’re loose, witty. improvisational and inventive. More artists should banter! Lol

    • @ivyyoung521
      @ivyyoung521 4 года назад +4

      I agree!

    • @bigftherapper5778
      @bigftherapper5778 4 года назад +10

      for real, this is how hip hop should feel.

    • @ljepalmer
      @ljepalmer 4 года назад +10

      This is sooo underrated. you could have 5 minutes on stage and give the audience SO much of your personality just because you dont treat it 1 sided

    • @drewsneeze1262
      @drewsneeze1262 4 года назад +1

      As much as aI appreciate the bantering Om ok with her just rapping and singing. Like MTS, banter but keep it at a minimum. I came for music not a story. Or banter

    • @bennybossboom
      @bennybossboom 4 года назад +1

      Mate none of her jokes were funny

  • @Lordnels
    @Lordnels 4 года назад +762

    Never heard of Chika before this. She is the absolute truth. This was absolutely mind blowingly good. Rooting for her like mad!

    • @k.nashaystyle7076
      @k.nashaystyle7076 4 года назад +2

      Lordnels Omg Same. She’s definitely added to the playlist. ❤️Her

    • @Consuelathomlin
      @Consuelathomlin 4 года назад +1

      Check her on Funk Master Flex freestyle

    • @stfjonz
      @stfjonz 4 года назад

      My sentiments exactly. 💥🔥🌟✨💞🎙

    • @relationshit3
      @relationshit3 4 года назад +1

      Shes it!! Welcome!!

    • @DiaryOfaManeAddict
      @DiaryOfaManeAddict 4 года назад +1

      Check out her IG that's where she started

  • @jyalexander
    @jyalexander 3 года назад +111

    Her voice is so unique she can jump from singing and rapping with the same tone. That’s versatility. She will be Grammy status soon

    • @buieallums1676
      @buieallums1676 Год назад +8

      This comment aged so well… nomination is there!!

  • @missyoli1227
    @missyoli1227 4 года назад +332

    While we're saying how great Chika is we got give major props to her band especially those background singers.

  • @ToiletQDuck
    @ToiletQDuck 4 года назад +770

    I just realized I’ve been smiling the entire 18 minutes of this performance.

  • @69dashon
    @69dashon 4 года назад +1352

    Its honestly a shame rappers like this arent the ones most idealized...

    • @taylorward5660
      @taylorward5660 3 года назад +28

      Right she deserves to be on top!! 🙏🏿🥰😍🙌🏿

    • @iTaLyZfiNeSt08
      @iTaLyZfiNeSt08 3 года назад +40

      Cos Satan controls the industry and negativity sells. The more positive you are the more you overlooked.
      But this is a real artist.

    • @empresschiefguru
      @empresschiefguru 3 года назад +6

      Truth doesn’t live in the industry God don’t live in the industry

    • @iTaLyZfiNeSt08
      @iTaLyZfiNeSt08 3 года назад +1

      @@empresschiefguru Satan was the angel of music amongst other things like manipulation, etc. You right. But God is in the industry too, we still have prophet's left thats mainstream, no names. If u know u know. But there are alot of sheep's in wolf clothing out there preying on the consumers.
      Good music will always forever b there and never die, but won't b popular til the WORLD starts to believe.
      God don't ever lose faith in us, he knows who's who and who's going to spark something great. Only time will tell, huh.

    • @toknow3450
      @toknow3450 3 года назад +1

      Be easy she still got a little too; but she 🔥 🔥

  • @Akilahh
    @Akilahh 8 месяцев назад +24

    Her background singers are singing like the rent is DUE!! Whew

  • @ScottsBranch
    @ScottsBranch 4 года назад +638

    I’m embarrassed to say how many times I skipped past this artist on the Tiny Desk but now I’m a certified fan.

  • @s-l4705
    @s-l4705 4 года назад +394

    Backing singers killed it also. Let's not forget them.

  • @nwabisamangesi
    @nwabisamangesi 4 года назад +663

    The best thing that has happened in 2020 is me discovering CHIKA. Thank you for having her NPR!

  • @augarethomas4605
    @augarethomas4605 2 года назад +27

    My 16 year old daughter got me hooked on Chika and I'm 51 years young. Love you...keep doing what you do, Queen. I 👀 you and the world will soon see your gifts.

  • @kennethgabriel
    @kennethgabriel 4 года назад +1007

    I already knew Chika's potential and power but those harmonies and that instrumentation elevated this experience. I love this. I love NPR for introducing more rappers. I hope people realize that rap is multi-faceted as well. Perfection. :o)

    • @corazoncha8963
      @corazoncha8963 4 года назад +6

      Kenneth Gabriel yes!!! Perfection!

    • @nprmusic
      @nprmusic  4 года назад +58

      Thanks so much! We are happy we did too!

    • @OlisaemekaN
      @OlisaemekaN 4 года назад +9

      @@nprmusic You guys just need to get more Afrobeats artists

    • @princess19964evr
      @princess19964evr 4 года назад +1

      Im def a fan now 😍

    • @kileybarton467
      @kileybarton467 4 года назад +8

      I am not one who would be considered a fan of rap music, but this is absolute 🔥. The whole aspect, the band, the background vocals, the way China flows, the vibe. I love this.

  • @lesbianfemforyou
    @lesbianfemforyou 4 года назад +275

    Back -up singers and musicians are on POINT!!! SHE FUNNY TOO!!!

  • @scorpiusjones5436
    @scorpiusjones5436 4 года назад +228

    No paid endorsement, but her newest project is only 6 bucks on Amazon music right now. Totally worth every penny and then some. Chika stay slaying 🔥

    • @cameroncurtis7002
      @cameroncurtis7002 4 года назад +1

      Scorpius Jones link it man

    • @CandicePL82
      @CandicePL82 4 года назад +1

      Link so we can support

    • @halffolk21
      @halffolk21 4 года назад

      its also on tpb!!! lol!!!

    • @orman28
      @orman28 4 года назад

      Scorpius Jones y by god f y

    • @Loulou-hq7ks
      @Loulou-hq7ks 4 года назад

      Link it. She's not coming up when I search for her.

  • @isaiahjones3834
    @isaiahjones3834 3 года назад +37

    I hope she sees this. Crowns just inspired me to continue working through my depression! You a real one salute

  • @garetcovert574
    @garetcovert574 4 года назад +161

    It's so rare to feel someone's energy through a phone. She's a power house of pure Soul.

    • @robinvolpi
      @robinvolpi 4 года назад +1

      She's powerful. NoName is another one. Her album "Telefone" is incredible. Can find it here on RUclips. She did a Tiny Desk performance as well, when she was sick... but it was great.

  • @markb972
    @markb972 4 года назад +412

    Chika and Noname collab needs to happen.

  • @toniwilliams5379
    @toniwilliams5379 4 года назад +583

    This is art. Her flow is cerebral.

  • @Apples_forlife
    @Apples_forlife 2 года назад +38

    12:57 Crown really hit me in the feels...I'm 16, and I've been working so hard. Everyone I know keeps telling me that "these are my last years of high school, and I need to set everything straight so I can make it to college" And I never expected this to be easy, but sometimes the pressure gets to you. And just hearing that song... Showed me that I'm not alone and that there might be another road for me. So thank you Chika💜

    • @eternitic.1511
      @eternitic.1511 Год назад +3

      It's been 6 months. As you come back to listen to this song again, where are you? I hope you've continued to work hard and enjoying highschool. 💙👊🏾🙏🏾

    • @Apples_forlife
      @Apples_forlife Год назад +5

      @@eternitic.1511 Thank you for reminding me of this comment! It's been half a year and a lot of things has changed for me. I would say I'm in a better headspace, it seems that my future path is starting to mold together and things don't seem grim anymore. I've actually started to do thing's in high school that are helping my school and teachers! I'm trying to enjoy my last two years while still working hard. I know it'll still be tough getting to where I want to be in life, but I know now that I'm not alone on this journey. So now that I listen to crown, it gives me motivation! Thank you for caring!💜

    • @BlockEnt
      @BlockEnt Год назад

      Favorite song by her

  • @JiLWithOneLSki
    @JiLWithOneLSki 3 года назад +1478

    I feel robbed for just now finding out about Chika. Soooo good.

  • @rubailey4888
    @rubailey4888 4 года назад +135

    The verses, the singing, her sense of humor when she's talking.
    I love her.

  • @user-kz4vg1fm6x
    @user-kz4vg1fm6x 4 года назад +480

    I can honestly hear her on a track with J Cole😍

  • @emintechnicolour9625
    @emintechnicolour9625 2 года назад +18

    This version of Balencies needs to be on every streaming platform right now 😭😭 the way I’ve been stuck on it for the longest.

  • @Godivarealness
    @Godivarealness 3 года назад +1284

    Chika raps like a soft prayer in the morning. 🙏🏽

  • @PentameronSV
    @PentameronSV 4 года назад +189

    *_0:04_**_ - Industry Games_* (2:42)
    *_3:57_**_ - Songs About You_* (7:59)
    *_8:53_**_ - Balencies_* (11:24 / credits - 11:41)
    *_13:00_**_ - Crown_*
    *_[_**_15:44_**_] - Intro_* (17:29)

  • @HappinessTheBrand
    @HappinessTheBrand 4 года назад +192

    Ok, 46 seconds in and I would like to say that you all must understand that you are currently under the sound / influence of a goddess. do not take this moment for granted. let the spirit move you. carry on.

    • @nprmusic
      @nprmusic  4 года назад +9

      yaaas!

    • @oranicuhh
      @oranicuhh 4 года назад +24

      CHIKA ORANICUHH Aye bro, you’re literally not me. lol cut it out.

    • @ghettoelmo87
      @ghettoelmo87 4 года назад +8

      @@oranicuhh yoooo, this whole time I was liking their post thinking it was you, I even subscribed to their channel and everything, smh

    • @aliciad4192
      @aliciad4192 4 года назад +1

      @@ghettoelmo87 same

    • @ShottaKenya
      @ShottaKenya 4 года назад

      lol, fake chika taking credit

  • @musiqologist
    @musiqologist Год назад +27

    That vocal crescendo from 7:25 to 7:35 gives me goosebumps every time

  • @Chancestodolak
    @Chancestodolak 4 года назад +346

    She’s special. This slaps. Her whole vibe is so refreshing and just grooves so smoothly

  • @Deenique16
    @Deenique16 4 года назад +297

    Bruh the harmonies sound so perfect omg.

  • @jamedraa8472
    @jamedraa8472 4 года назад +852

    Most versatile hip-hop artist since Lauren Hill. I'm loving this.

  • @jesuschrist5804
    @jesuschrist5804 2 года назад +18

    Praying for you Chika, can’t nobody take your crown ❤️

  • @teaminfiniti4105
    @teaminfiniti4105 4 года назад +82

    It's so refreshing to hear a sister with something to say in this day and age.

  • @joseffwhite
    @joseffwhite 4 года назад +111

    Who has been back here everyday since you found this gem? Chika is a 🐐.

  • @ChickenT10
    @ChickenT10 4 года назад +80

    I can’t get over the BACKGROUND VOCALIST...😍😍

  • @user-mf7fl6fg3s
    @user-mf7fl6fg3s 10 месяцев назад +5

    She's better than 90% of rappers out there

  • @adamlaporte7857
    @adamlaporte7857 3 года назад +329

    Grammy nominated....as she should be

  • @newvision4l314
    @newvision4l314 4 года назад +860

    She’s about to body the xxl cypher 🔥

    • @along58
      @along58 4 года назад +2

      imagine being loved FACTS!!! Can’t wait!!

    • @blickman5090
      @blickman5090 4 года назад +3

      She did

    • @SirTerribad
      @SirTerribad 4 года назад +1

      Here to say she absolutely killed it 🔥🔥🔥

    • @justice999
      @justice999 4 года назад

      And she did

    • @blickman5090
      @blickman5090 4 года назад

      @@justice999 already said it 🤪💯

  • @Kee_Jaclyn
    @Kee_Jaclyn 4 года назад +166

    I’m seriously speechless. Her, the the background vocalists, the band, the lyrics, the Crown song made me cry. Wow. Definitely gained a new fan!

    • @Social_Pugatory
      @Social_Pugatory 4 года назад +1

      Alika Harris Crown was a testimony (this whole album is a testimony); but Crown took me to CHURCH with the harmonies like a Kirk Franklin song.

  • @luisfontanezjr451
    @luisfontanezjr451 3 года назад +39

    This is the best tiny desk I have ever seen and I’ve watched them all big applause to Chika and huge props to the band and the vocalists are Fire!!!

  • @vitoroliveira5645
    @vitoroliveira5645 4 года назад +330

    8:58 - 9:55
    11:03
    the background TALENTS giving us sounds effects that are done in studios

    • @olisaemeagwali1626
      @olisaemeagwali1626 4 года назад +8

      I’m saying 17:00 when one of them started improvising I lost myself😫😫😤🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @KevanWilliams
      @KevanWilliams 4 года назад +1

      Yess!!!!!!

    • @LuvOfInstruments
      @LuvOfInstruments 4 года назад +1

      Darius scott. Top tier

  • @theelle7941
    @theelle7941 4 года назад +266

    This is sad....I don’t think I’ve ever heard of this artist and can name 10 artists she is beyond that is mainstream. 🧘🏾💕

  • @GrizzHood
    @GrizzHood 4 года назад +1439

    Her music is forever lasting Floetry Vibes🔥

    • @adeakin3758
      @adeakin3758 4 года назад +4

      Word

    • @teqyalovesu
      @teqyalovesu 4 года назад +1

      For real

    • @JulieDeuxFois
      @JulieDeuxFois 3 года назад +2

      but only wayyyy better and not nasal

    • @Someone-jx5qi
      @Someone-jx5qi 3 года назад +2

      @@JulieDeuxFois now why you gotta come in and ruin things like an emasculated white boy?

    • @JulieDeuxFois
      @JulieDeuxFois 3 года назад +1

      @@Someone-jx5qi stop with your sexism and racism!

  • @shamrocklass
    @shamrocklass 3 года назад +31

    Everything about this is solid gold. Chika has so much raw talent! The flow, the rhythms and rhyme, the double entendres, the beauty of her soul, just everything~~

  • @shakebadubose5571
    @shakebadubose5571 4 года назад +180

    "Mental health days make you guilty cause you waste time." I felt that in my soul. Fellow Bama girl!!

  • @leeirvin7916
    @leeirvin7916 4 года назад +227

    Real talk, Crown made me tear up. So tired of mediocre “artists” sullying the rap game and this performance made me reminisce of falling for new music. Depression is a nasty monster so many are wrestling with but the Tiny Desk lifted my spirit in a divine way 🙌🏾

  • @claudiaw.6665
    @claudiaw.6665 4 года назад +276

    Was crying out of nowhere by the last song. Hasn’t happened since I watched Tank and The Bangas. These two my top favorites so far !

    • @kimmyskorner530
      @kimmyskorner530 4 года назад +9

      Tank and the Bangas had me balling for days bruh 😭😭😭😭

    • @FancyMama90
      @FancyMama90 4 года назад +4

      Claudia, I agree with you 1000%!

    • @amarniepalmer6488
      @amarniepalmer6488 4 года назад +5

      You should check out tobe nwigwe if you havent already. Im telling you he's something DIFFERENT

    • @claudiaw.6665
      @claudiaw.6665 4 года назад +3

      Amarnie Palmer Oh I’m definitely already a fan of his! Now he is in a league of his own !

    • @amariahshaw5527
      @amariahshaw5527 4 года назад

      Claudia W. Tell me about it that song was nice , but tank and the bangers those two are off the chain what you know about them they from New Orleans!!!!😉

  • @jennifernolen177
    @jennifernolen177 6 месяцев назад +3

    I have listened to this ENTIRE performance not less than 20 times. Brilliant lyrics, smooth delivery, flawless background. Getting ready for listen number 21. Keep up the great work. Thank you NPR Music for bring true talent through this platform.

  • @nicm5763
    @nicm5763 4 года назад +88

    "How I'm uplifting your whole life but still I hate mine " literally started crying, This girl is amazingg

  • @jaymondkreek854
    @jaymondkreek854 4 года назад +415

    Didn’t know they held church services at Tiny desk, I like it.

  • @alexconatus7629
    @alexconatus7629 4 года назад +301

    I swear these vibes are coming from nowhere... I don't know any other living artist capable of rapping and singing that well in a Neo-soul and groovy style. She can only be the secret daughter of lauryn hill and Notorious Big ! 23 years old and brimming with talent, you've got all my support !!!

    • @streetfamdjs
      @streetfamdjs 4 года назад +6

      Being from her hometown of Montgomery, Alabama and a Biggie fan, it bought tears to my eyes to hear someone give a Biggie reference to another artist from here. Doe B. was the first with T.I. always telling the industry Doe was the B.I.G. of the south and now this.. THANKS FOR GIVING THE HOMETOWN LOVE!!

    • @robinvolpi
      @robinvolpi 4 года назад +3

      She's incredible. NoName, a critically acclaimed Chicago artist and Spoken Word Goddess is up there. If you're not familiar, check out her first 'mixtape' "Telefone".... you can find the entire thing here on youtube. It's a short, jazzy delightful and beautiful listen. Jazz, Neosoul Hip Hop masterpiece.

    • @streetfamdjs
      @streetfamdjs 4 года назад

      @@robinvolpi who are you talkkng about? Chika is from Montgomery?

    • @robinvolpi
      @robinvolpi 4 года назад +1

      @@streetfamdjs Hey, genius. I said that she's "incredible" then went on to discuss OTHER incredible female emcees, such as "NoName" from Chicago.

    • @streetfamdjs
      @streetfamdjs 4 года назад

      @@robinvolpi sorry for not being smart enough to know NoName was the name

  • @baileysegner1671
    @baileysegner1671 Год назад +28

    Still one of my favorite tiny desks ❤

  • @luthfiaersyanad.2058
    @luthfiaersyanad.2058 4 года назад +1700

    the girls are dominating the rap game this year

    • @nalimlattarai2873
      @nalimlattarai2873 4 года назад +76

      1of1 pressed

    • @youriricher1123
      @youriricher1123 4 года назад +38

      Completely !!! They spit waaay better than many male rappers !!

    • @alexanderawagjan1755
      @alexanderawagjan1755 4 года назад +2

      Drop some names, pls

    • @haLLLLOObabYYYYY
      @haLLLLOObabYYYYY 4 года назад +72

      @@alexanderawagjan1755 If u fr being serious check out Rico Nasty, Tierra Wack, Kodie shane, 070 Shake, Young m.a, Dreezy, Snow tha product, Angel Haze, Lady Leshurr, NyNy, Qveen Herby, & Londyyn B. There's more I just tried to mix it up. They all have diff sounds & been killin it for a min now.

    • @bmgfrosty217
      @bmgfrosty217 4 года назад +3

      @@youriricher1123 cap

  • @josephfades
    @josephfades 3 года назад +341

    The dude hitting that wooden board in the glasses was feeling her vibe 💯

  • @bigerthanmyself421
    @bigerthanmyself421 4 года назад +284

    This woman is young and honest ASF , I'm loving it. I am enjoying this food for my soul bruh she drop the ep think how crazy that album is going to be. Yeah I'm a fan i respect her🙌🏾

  • @Briyonti
    @Briyonti 3 года назад +66

    First time hearing about her... She’s so dope!!!

  • @itskikitana4939
    @itskikitana4939 4 года назад +508

    The Background Vocals on Balencies gave me an eargasm 🤣🤣🔥🔥🔥

  • @lakebafondren5868
    @lakebafondren5868 4 года назад +339

    Whatever IT is, she's got it. And the music and the back up singers are tight. A winning combination. Wow!

  • @dalpowers
    @dalpowers 4 года назад +694

    Who TF is this!!? KILLING IT!! LIKE WHERE HAVE I BEEN!🙏🏾🔥💯🔊

  • @taylorhill195
    @taylorhill195 2 года назад +91

    Hope she gets better and stay with us longer 💕

  • @zachq4325
    @zachq4325 4 года назад +140

    Vote Chika for XXL 2020!!!!!

  • @hermitvr3773
    @hermitvr3773 4 года назад +1205

    Either she was born in the wrong generation or she really liked her parents’ music. She brings back the 90’s and early 2000’s.

    • @moosesnWoop
      @moosesnWoop 4 года назад +70

      what? she's probably in her mid twenties - probably a 90's kid, you can hear the influences

    • @gactve2110
      @gactve2110 4 года назад +28

      Totally agree and I love it!
      Does the combination of rapping an singing melodically in the chorus remind anyone of Lauren Hill?

    • @watsTHEtime52
      @watsTHEtime52 4 года назад +5

      @@moosesnWoop she's 22

    • @vegahw
      @vegahw 4 года назад +8

      I believe her parents are older and from Nigeria but hey maybe they listened to 90’s rap/hip hop

    • @TallDrinkOfCoffee
      @TallDrinkOfCoffee 4 года назад +26

      Shes 23. Our generation got the best of both worlds

  • @sethziolkowski6218
    @sethziolkowski6218 4 года назад +499

    I know we’re all thinking it...
    This just might be the greatest Tiny Desk ever.

    • @LB-od8ey
      @LB-od8ey 4 года назад +14

      mac’s will always be the best for me but don’t get me wrong she killed it

    • @pacmandg3
      @pacmandg3 4 года назад +2

      Mac Miller

    • @david-bs2xo
      @david-bs2xo 4 года назад +2

      close but Mac

    • @noahziegler3478
      @noahziegler3478 4 года назад

      Rap? Top 5. She had a LOT of help. Dope though

    • @triplewproductions8982
      @triplewproductions8982 4 года назад +4

      Anderson paak

  • @dollyking6927
    @dollyking6927 Год назад +5

    I can listen to her Everyday cause she’s saying Something & different from the norm, Everybody sounds the same, She’s Refreshing & different, She is 🔥

  • @JordanClemons
    @JordanClemons 4 года назад +294

    This version is actually better than the studio version

    • @kamogelobaikgodiso1937
      @kamogelobaikgodiso1937 4 года назад +42

      Jordan Clemons 😂 all tiny desk performances are better that studio versions. It’s amazing.

    • @trueviolinist
      @trueviolinist 4 года назад +7

      Jordan Clemons it’s always like that! Like, why can people just do it the same way in studio?? 😭

    • @gravesg
      @gravesg 4 года назад +13

      @@trueviolinist Engineering! it can only be learned not taught if that makes sense ... Marco Benevento is the ears behind tiny desk... he makes everything sound amazing.

    • @rubberrand142
      @rubberrand142 4 года назад

      Of awhat?

    • @robertmclellan1605
      @robertmclellan1605 4 года назад

      straight up,

  • @nilskavanagh
    @nilskavanagh 4 года назад +187

    Every performer in this video was solid, I don't ever really listen to hip hop but everyone was savage and I genuinely enjoyed this performance. Harmonies were so sick, band tight and knew how less is definitely more. Chika herself never had the typical problem with rappers where you can't understand her, and she had good lines

  • @winteral011
    @winteral011 4 года назад +97

    Where has Chika been all my life? 😍 Lyricism, flow, musicality ✅✅✅
    Love from South Africa 🇿🇦

    • @deonysiuskhosa514
      @deonysiuskhosa514 4 года назад +1

      Just asked myself the same Question!!
      I'm in love 😍

    • @ThandoHlophe
      @ThandoHlophe 4 года назад +1

      Uyangihlanyisa!!!!

  • @jardylang8019
    @jardylang8019 2 года назад +3

    She out raps your favorite rappers💯❤🔥

  • @manuelturchetto1653
    @manuelturchetto1653 4 года назад +252

    In these dark days here in Italy, listening to good music is the only thing that makes me feel good, thanks! I love you.❤️

    • @jasminec.3272
      @jasminec.3272 4 года назад +9

      Prayers to Italy. With love from Seattle.🙏🏽❤

    • @manuelturchetto1653
      @manuelturchetto1653 4 года назад +6

      @@jasminec.3272 thanks, right now we need the affection of the people of the world.

    • @TheFrolickingChamp
      @TheFrolickingChamp 4 года назад +5

      Manuel Turchetto prayers with you!!

    • @deeh9563
      @deeh9563 4 года назад +4

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @Myresha100
      @Myresha100 4 года назад +3

      From Lake Placid, Florida sending positive thoughts and prayers 😊

  • @Balqis1119
    @Balqis1119 3 года назад +379

    Honestly one of the best Tiny Desks.

  • @mazeoneenterprises
    @mazeoneenterprises 4 года назад +420

    I nnnnnneeeeevvvveeeeerrrrrrr leave comments on-line, but holy sh*t this is incredible!

  • @soleravioli
    @soleravioli 2 года назад +6

    Chika and Tierra Whack could be sisters with how much they emulate one another in terms of energy and flow. They both deserve so much more recognition than what they are currently receiving. Much love to them both!

  • @mbaligama8189
    @mbaligama8189 3 года назад +421

    "I'm fighting everyone's demons but I can't face mine."

    • @xdred9015
      @xdred9015 3 года назад +16

      I felt that

    • @bernadetteharris3399
      @bernadetteharris3399 3 года назад +6

      It's the "how you sick as me but come and function as the remedy " for me

  • @rosalindclowe5591
    @rosalindclowe5591 4 года назад +294

    I'm 60 years young and I just got chills. Work it girl! Success!

    • @Bithiah71
      @Bithiah71 4 года назад +7

      Same. Sitting here in the living room with the windows open. I can see leaves dancing in the wind and feel cool air coming in. I'm getting chill bumps, dang, is it that cold out?? Nope. It's from Chika!

    • @theamazingt4r468
      @theamazingt4r468 3 года назад +2

      Definite chills! 💜

    • @1stthink236
      @1stthink236 3 года назад +4

      Me too...59yrs young

    • @w8mgr
      @w8mgr 3 года назад +1

      Same!!

    • @1stthink236
      @1stthink236 3 года назад +1

      @@Bithiah71 sounds like a song....pen it...

  • @mg_slang
    @mg_slang 3 года назад +662

    This was proper. They sound like something that came out of the studio. You can record this (one take), package it and sell it.

    • @toknow3450
      @toknow3450 3 года назад +22

      Old school moment, you had me thinking about reaching for my cassette 🤷🏾‍♂️

    • @bernadetteharris3399
      @bernadetteharris3399 3 года назад +4

      For real

    • @washyrose5904
      @washyrose5904 3 года назад +2

      @@toknow3450 LOL too good. Grab the 8track the homies gotta hear this!

    • @dennyedmondson4146
      @dennyedmondson4146 2 года назад +2

      So nice to be able to hear her lyrics so clear! Great recording studio! Good job @tinydesk

  • @rissyjay4189
    @rissyjay4189 2 года назад +3

    Glad you're still here Chika!🤍🤍🤍

  • @nelliebean84
    @nelliebean84 4 года назад +361

    Industry Games 0:22
    Songs About You 4:00
    Balencies 8:55
    Crown 13:00
    Intro 15:55

  • @marvismoody8900
    @marvismoody8900 4 года назад +70

    I honestly never heard of her until now. This performance was excellent. She can rap and sing. The background singers were perfect. Just WOW!!!!

  • @MrYoung11
    @MrYoung11 4 года назад +84

    The background singers need their own album