Naïmah

Being noticed by Billboard’s Editorial Director after uploading a debut song on Soundcloud isn’t an everyday thing for an independent artist, but when you combine a distinctly ethereal and powerful voice with visual lyrics that instantly pull you in — it makes perfect sense for self-described “left of pop” singer-songwriter Naïmah (also written Naimah). With a seemingly effortless approach and organic/electronic arrangements, her style pays homage to a long legacy of Black musicians in country, rock, soul, and pop music. Fittingly, her music was featured on Beats by Dr. Dre’s “Flowers for Black Women” on Apple Music alongside powerhouse artists like Nina Simone, Whitney Houston, Lauryn Hill, and Solange. Her music has also been featured in the CW’s “Batwoman” and “Kung Fu”, and featured on numerous Spotify editorial playlists showcasing weekly pop, indie, and emerging music around the world.