Material girl Saucy Santana leads the LGBTQIA community by signing a major deal with RCA Records. The label has already amassed talent from the likes of Doja Cat, Chris Brown, Nardo Wick, and Tems. It is clear diversity is the driving force within this record label.
Florida-bred, Santana, embarked as a make-up artist for the popular duo City Girls, JT and Yung Miami. He then rose to fame by appearing on one half of the duo City Girls’ Instagram live. The general public instantly felt drawn to him, by his ballsy personality, confidence, creative flair, and his staple Chanel bag aesthetic paired with an immaculate face beat. In no time, people followed his aesthetic and the buzz around his name grew immensely. He took advantage of the spotlight by releasing his very first hit single in 2019 “Walk Em Like A Dog” which launched Saucy Santana the artist. Later on, he released more hits such as Walk, Material Girl, and Shisha. Santana also debuted as a reality tv star on VH1’s Love And Hip Hop Miami alongside fellow peers in the game such as Sukihana and Trina.
Bridging the Gap
The Hip-Hop industry on its own is a tough business and has a tough audience. Where MCs have to push their pen, be hard, and dominate the musical charts. It is undeniable that the majority in this industry are males. Whereas female MCs work harder just to be recognized or to be taken seriously. But now that times are evolving, the rules change as well when it comes to respecting female MCs. So these questions then come up– can the Hip-Hop culture accept and respect a new wave of queer hip-hop artists? Is Saucy “Material Gworl” Santana the key change hip-hop needs for queer artists? Not to discredit the foundation Queen Latifahand DaBrathave laid. They have shown that a queer can be ranked up there with the boys. As their styles of rapping mirror the traditional Hip-Hop style.
But with the incoming new generation, consistently demonstrate that Hip-Hop music doesn’t have to be “hard” all the time. Santana is a solid example, he delivers a fresh style to the music he makes. He literally ran with the “city girl” aesthetic kind of rap. This rap oozes confidence, independence, and creativity, raw and uncut. That in its all is Saucy Santana defined. In his recent interview with Forbes, he said, “I love that about me–that it’s so authentic and it’s so pure. I’m not in the studio thinking, ‘I need to make a TikTok hit; I’m not necessarily thinking, ‘I need to make this go viral. I’m just making good music.” In the interview, he touches on what his self-image is and how it blends with his music. He says, “I always was fun. I always was popular. People just always gravitated to me. I always was just kind of carefree and bold and just a free spirit. So I think that’s why my image and my attitude and my aura works for me because it’s so authentic and it’s just genuinely me.”
Santana is being his authentic self through and through. I think it’s a powerful tool in this tough industry as it is quite easy to lose yourself. Santana may be a viral star, but he does so unintentionally. He isn’t hopping on trends to be popular. He sets them by being himself. Just as Nicki Minaj uttered on the Joe Budden podcast about losing your identity by jumping on trends. She said, “I don’t think people realize that if you jump on every trend, you become faceless.” Santana is proof that you don’t have to have to prance on every trend to make it in the industry. Talent should speak for itself.
What does the deal unlock?
Santana’s name carries a ton of weight in the game already. But, what I manifest is that his deal unlocks a door for queer artists to access endless opportunities as artists and creatives in the hip-hop scene. After all, music is about art, not sexuality. Rap is about bars, so who cares whose mouth the spitting comes from. Isn’t it time we hear everyone’s story? Isn’t that what Hip-Hop is about? Storytelling, reminiscing about one’s past life, living in your truth, and sharing all of it to the world.
Hopefully, this record deal will unleash the unseen shackles of gatekeeping within the music industry that these incoming artists experience. I know I speak for everyone about seeing what the future has for the shining star, Saucy Santana.
Why is a collaboration with Nicki Minaj so important to newer Female Rappers, even in the second decade of her career? In this post Blessing Mukosha breaks it down.
Subscribe to be notified of new posts, YouTube uploads, events and more!
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
Cookie
Duration
Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional
11 months
The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy
11 months
The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Saucy Santana finally walks upright by signing to music label RCA
Material girl Saucy Santana leads the LGBTQIA community by signing a major deal with RCA Records. The label has already amassed talent from the likes of Doja Cat, Chris Brown, Nardo Wick, and Tems. It is clear diversity is the driving force within this record label.
Florida-bred, Santana, embarked as a make-up artist for the popular duo City Girls, JT and Yung Miami. He then rose to fame by appearing on one half of the duo City Girls’ Instagram live. The general public instantly felt drawn to him, by his ballsy personality, confidence, creative flair, and his staple Chanel bag aesthetic paired with an immaculate face beat. In no time, people followed his aesthetic and the buzz around his name grew immensely. He took advantage of the spotlight by releasing his very first hit single in 2019 “Walk Em Like A Dog” which launched Saucy Santana the artist. Later on, he released more hits such as Walk, Material Girl, and Shisha. Santana also debuted as a reality tv star on VH1’s Love And Hip Hop Miami alongside fellow peers in the game such as Sukihana and Trina.
Bridging the Gap
The Hip-Hop industry on its own is a tough business and has a tough audience. Where MCs have to push their pen, be hard, and dominate the musical charts. It is undeniable that the majority in this industry are males. Whereas female MCs work harder just to be recognized or to be taken seriously. But now that times are evolving, the rules change as well when it comes to respecting female MCs. So these questions then come up– can the Hip-Hop culture accept and respect a new wave of queer hip-hop artists? Is Saucy “Material Gworl” Santana the key change hip-hop needs for queer artists? Not to discredit the foundation Queen Latifah and DaBrat have laid. They have shown that a queer can be ranked up there with the boys. As their styles of rapping mirror the traditional Hip-Hop style.
But with the incoming new generation, consistently demonstrate that Hip-Hop music doesn’t have to be “hard” all the time. Santana is a solid example, he delivers a fresh style to the music he makes. He literally ran with the “city girl” aesthetic kind of rap. This rap oozes confidence, independence, and creativity, raw and uncut. That in its all is Saucy Santana defined. In his recent interview with Forbes, he said, “I love that about me–that it’s so authentic and it’s so pure. I’m not in the studio thinking, ‘I need to make a TikTok hit; I’m not necessarily thinking, ‘I need to make this go viral. I’m just making good music.” In the interview, he touches on what his self-image is and how it blends with his music. He says, “I always was fun. I always was popular. People just always gravitated to me. I always was just kind of carefree and bold and just a free spirit. So I think that’s why my image and my attitude and my aura works for me because it’s so authentic and it’s just genuinely me.”
Santana is being his authentic self through and through. I think it’s a powerful tool in this tough industry as it is quite easy to lose yourself. Santana may be a viral star, but he does so unintentionally. He isn’t hopping on trends to be popular. He sets them by being himself. Just as Nicki Minaj uttered on the Joe Budden podcast about losing your identity by jumping on trends. She said, “I don’t think people realize that if you jump on every trend, you become faceless.” Santana is proof that you don’t have to have to prance on every trend to make it in the industry. Talent should speak for itself.
What does the deal unlock?
Santana’s name carries a ton of weight in the game already. But, what I manifest is that his deal unlocks a door for queer artists to access endless opportunities as artists and creatives in the hip-hop scene. After all, music is about art, not sexuality. Rap is about bars, so who cares whose mouth the spitting comes from. Isn’t it time we hear everyone’s story? Isn’t that what Hip-Hop is about? Storytelling, reminiscing about one’s past life, living in your truth, and sharing all of it to the world.
Hopefully, this record deal will unleash the unseen shackles of gatekeeping within the music industry that these incoming artists experience. I know I speak for everyone about seeing what the future has for the shining star, Saucy Santana.
Works Cited
Méndez, Chris Malone. “2022 Belongs to Saucy Santana.” Forbes, 19 Jan. 2022.
Perkins, Tai. “Who Is Saucy Santana? Learn Everything You Need to Know about the Summer Jam Performer.” Hot97, 4 May 2022.
Ruff, Rivea. “WATCH: Kyla Pratt Talks “Call Me Kat” and Her Hilarious Reaction to Learning about the “Proud Family” Reboot.” Essence, 28 Apr. 2022.
“Saucy Santana.” Love & Hip Hop Wiki.
Ruby Adele
LATEST POSTS
Leikeli47 completes the ‘Beauty Series’ Trilogy with her ‘Shape Up’ Album
Leikeli47 completes her 'Beauty Series' Trilogy with the release of her much anticipated third album 'Shape Up'.
Monaleo and Flo Milli Gift Us Doppelgänger energy on WNH Remix
Female Rappers Monaleo and Flo Milli bring new life to the hit song ‘We Not Humping’ with an energetic and colourful remix.
J.I.D Offers Nicki Minaj $500K For A Feature
Rapper J.I.D recently made an offer of $500,000 for a feature with Nicki Minaj whilst she was on Instagram live.
Little Simz Cancels Her Upcoming US Tour
British rapper and actress Little Simz cancels upcoming US tour, citing funding issues as an independent artist.
Saucy Santana finally walks upright by signing to music label RCA
RCA Records adds a saucy new personality to their Rap music roster by signing Florida-bred Rapper Saucy Santana.
Nicki Minaj Ignites “We Go Up” Remix Challenge amongst Female Rappers
Nicki Minaj challenged Female Rappers to record remix verses to her latest Drill release 'We Go Up' featuring Fivio Foreign.
Doechii Becomes First Female Rapper to Sign to Top Dawg Entertainment
Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) has announced Doechii has officially become the first Female Rapper to ever sign to TDE.
The world’s best Female Rap playlist – Hot Female Hip Hop (April 2022)
We've curated the hottest Female Rap tracks in the world into one playlist! This edition features Killumantii (playlist cover) and Kali.
Isaiah Rashad addresses video leak during Coachella set
During his Coachella performance Isaiah Rashad addressed leaked footage that allegedly showed him engaging in sexual acts with men.
Nicki Minaj does not owe Female Rappers a feature
Why is a collaboration with Nicki Minaj so important to newer Female Rappers, even in the second decade of her career? In this post Blessing Mukosha breaks it down.
Kendrick Lamar announces fifth studio album ‘Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers’
After a long five years Rap Royalty Kendrick Lamar has OFFICIALLY announced the release of his fifth studio album entitled
Nicki Minaj and Fivio Foreign’s ‘We Go Up’ video surpasses 1 Million YouTube Views in 12 Hours
Queen of Rap Nicki Minaj and the self-styled ‘King of New York’ Fivio Foreign‘s new video for ‘We Go Up’
Rapper IDK says that Doja Cat is in the Rap Top 5
Rapper IDK recently shared his thoughts that Doja Cat is in the Rap Top 5. Doja Cat’s Rap skills have
The Lit Mamii Maliibu Miitch has released a new track “Letter to my Ex”!
The Lit Mamii Maliibu Miitch has released a new track "Letter to my Ex"!
Ché Noir – Bless The Food Lyrics
Lyrics to "Bless The Food" by Ché Noir.
Where is Nicki’s Alter-Ego, Roman Zolanski?
Who is Roman Zolanski? Like many artists, Nicki Minaj uses an alter ego to experiment and take on different emotions.
Top Ten Fashion Bars
Breaking down the flashiest bars from the flyest girls in the game.
Congress Passes Aug. 11 as “Hip Hop Celebration Day”
Last month Congress unanimously passed a bill designating Aug. 11 as “Hip Hop Celebration Day,” August 2021 as “Hip Hop
Tyler, the Creator Gives His 2 Cents on the Music Industry
The conversation around artists and record labels has been coming to a head recently. It seems that with Lil Nas
Top Ten Collab Predictions for Nicki Minaj’s “NM5”
In the words of one of the G.O.A.T.’s, “…the game be so boring,” did she lie? Well, having the most
Lil Nas X Makes a Big Splash With SNL Performance
Lil Nas X’s Saturday Night Live Performance on May 22nd tore through the media, much like his underwear did on
Rapper Takeover at 2021 iHeartRadio Awards
Hip Hop and Rap officially enter the mainstream by taking over the 2021 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
Maliibu Miitch ain’t nothin to fu*k wit
Born in North Carolina but raised in the Bronx, Maliibu Miitch brings a fresh and unphased attitude to the rap game.
POPULAR
Top Ten Collab Predictions for Nicki Minaj’s “NM5”
Maliibu Miitch ain’t nothin to fu*k wit
Nicki Minaj does not owe Female Rappers a feature
Lil Nas X Makes a Big Splash With SNL Performance
Tyler, the Creator Gives His 2 Cents on the Music Industry
Join the Hip Hop revolution.