MC Lyte and Queen Latifah ‘King King’
New Hit Single “King King” Featuring MC Lyte and Queen Latifah Takes the Summer by Storm Los Angeles, CA – June 27th, 2024, – My Block Inc/SGI is thrilled to announce the release of the summer anthem “King King,” a powerful collaboration between iconic women on the mic MC Lyte and Queen Latifah. Produced by the talented Nottz & Grammy Award Winning Warryn Campbell, this track is set to become a much needed anthem with its empowering message and infectious beat. MC Lyte praises the dedication and commitment of men who have overcome challenges to embrace love and responsibility. In the chorus, MC Lyte and Queen Latifah harmoniously chant, “It’s your crown, hold it / Even if the world falls down, show it,” emphasizing resilience and the importance of self-confidence in the face of adversity. MC Lyte shares her inspiration behind the single, stating, “There has never been an anthem like this that celebrated men who are committed to their families. It’s about time we recognize them as Kings who deserve praise for their guidance and protection.” Teaming up with Queen Latifah adds another layer of strength and unity to this impactful summer anthem. With distribution by Vydia, “King King” is poised to make waves in the music industry and resonate with audiences worldwide. This dynamic collaboration between MC Lyte and Queen Latifah promises to be a standout track of the season, delivering a message of empowerment and respect for all listeners. “King King” will be available on all major streaming platforms tomorrow, June 28th. Join MC Lyte and Queen Latifah in celebrating love, commitment, and family through this unforgettable summer hit. Later this summer, MC Lyte will be releasing her anticipated ninth studio album, “1 of 1“. Her first album release in over a decade and she returns with a renewed sense of purpose and determination. Executive produced by multi-Grammy award-winning producer Warryn Campbell, “1 of 1” promises to be a powerful statement in the world of music. (AUDIO LINK) “KING KING” by MC LYTE and QUEEN LATIFAH (VIDEO LINK) “WOMAN” by MC LYTE featuring BIG DADDY KANE, SALT & RAHEEM DEVAUGHN |
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CONNECT WITH MC LYTE: Instagram: @MCLyte X:@MCLyte Facebook: /OfficialMCLytefanpageABOUT MC LYTE MC LYTE – a legend in music and entertainment – is a pioneering artist and a formidable actress in television and film. Her most recent acting credits include ANGEL, whereby Lyte takes on the role of Detective Monroe, Viacom’s Hip Hop Family Christmas, B.E.T.’s Favorite Son’s Christmas, a series regular on last year’s New York Undercover pilot (a reboot of the original Dick Wolf series), and she has recurred on S.W.A.T. (C.B.S.), Power (Starz), and Queen of the South (U.S.A.). Lyte’s film roles include acclaimed Sundance Winner Patti Cakes, the Universal hit Girls Trip; Bad Hair, from Director Justin Simien; and the features Loved To Death, and Sylvie, with Tessa Thompson and Eva Longoria. She has taken on the show Creator & Executive Producer role alongside Lynn Richardson & Bentley Evans for AMC/ALLBLK TV’s sitcom, “Partners In Rhyme.” Recently, MC Lyte made her award-winning directorial debut with a feature short film, Break Up In Love, that garnered several awards during the festival season. This past spring, MC Lyte joined the cast of ONE NIGHT STAY, a thriller set to film this spring in New Jersey. MC Lyte is the Executive Producer of the Netflix docuseries, Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop. MC LYTE is an iconic trailblazing Rapper and D.J. Her groundbreaking music career spans 30 years. This Hip Hop LEGEND was the first female rapper ever to be nominated for a Grammy Award and has received honors and acknowledgments from organizations such as the B.E.T.’s I AM HIP HOP award, A.D.C.O.L.O.R., B.E.T.H.E.R., National Urban League, Black Music Collective, and more. She recently received the Pioneers of Hip-Hop Honor from the Recording Industry Association of America (R.I.A.A.), BET HER Hip Hop Legend Award, the Living Legend Award from AARP, and the 2023 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Culture Icon Phoenix Award presented by President Joe Biden and Vice President, Kamala Harris. Lyte is the first rap artist to perform at Carnegie Hall and the first female artist to earn a gold single. A true leader in the music industry, MC LYTE has also performed at the Kennedy Center Honors and the White House for President Barack Obama. MC LYTE serves on the Kennedy Center’s Hip Hop Culture Council and, in partnership with the Center, produces an annual event, “I AM WOMAN,” to celebrate women in Hip Hop. In addition to a busy on-screen career, MC Lyte has several television and film projects — both scripted and unscripted — in various stages of development. She serves as the C.E.O. of Sunni Gyrl, Inc., a full-service entertainment management and production firm that provides Executive leadership and customized celebrity/artist support, development, and management strategies; brand development and management; wealth maintenance; community affairs and outreach; & production / creative services. Her voice work is also well known and admired, representing dozens of Fortune 500 companies and serving as the voice of the B.E.T. Awards, Emmys, Grammys, Comcast, N.F.L. Superbowl’s Halftime show, Dell, N.B.A., Coca Cola, and the N.A.A.C.P. Image Awards. As an author, motivational speaker, and philanthropist, MC LYTE has written books and speaks globally on many inspiring topics, from her vast knowledge of the entertainment and hip-hop industries to entrepreneurialism and economic empowerment. Her nonprofit, “Hip Hop Sisters Foundation,” has presented over $1,000,000 in scholarships |
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