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Unboxed Vol. 45: Skylar Simone is Flirty, Free, and Unstoppable

With her new single "Shut Up," out on June 14, Skylar Simone talks about her journey of self-discovery and empowerment.

Skylar Simone is feeling flirty and free, and she’s giving us a soundtrack to follow her lead.Her latest single, "Shut Up," released June 14 under Def Jam, marks another milestone in a career that began when she was just a preteen. An instantly likable and down-to-earth talent, Skylar’s love for a golden decade in R&B is evident in her music, as she draws inspiration from icons like Brandy, Janet Jackson, and Mariah Carey. "We share mood boards, discuss color palettes, and focus on what we want people to feel when they see and hear the music.” It’s a thoughtful process that brings everything together cohesively and is clearly seen in the music video for "Shiver," where Skylar dances around a sunlit apartment, exuding her charm and personality.

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