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Jae Stephens Talks Pharrell Dreams, Black Pop Stars, and Her New Era with ‘SELLOUT’


In an interview with BET, Jae Stephens discusses her newfound confidence, her latest EP, and how embracing boldness fuels her creative journey.

Born in Dallas, raised in Pasadena, CA, and now based in Los Angeles, she first made waves as a teenage prodigy, showcasing her soul-stirring vocals and remarkable songwriting talent on platforms like Tumblr. Now signed to Raedio in partnership with Def Jam Recordings; she is poised to unveil her latest project, SELLOUT, a vibrant collection of R&B and pop singles that marks the beginning of an exciting new era for the artist, showcasing her evolution and limitless potential. After teasing the song in 2022, Stephens’ new single is now making waves on X(formally known as Twitter), amassing over 600K views and igniting an important conversation about the impact of Black girls on pop music.

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