Rjay is a multi-talented vocalist and artist who is at the fulcrum of an evolving UK music scene. Rjay is a very different and uniquely wired musician who isn’t afraid to break the rules and push the boundaries of our perception with his deeply layered and well-crafted production. Born in Rome and raised in Manchester, his drive, focus, and tenacity will lead him to become a relentless and unstoppable force in the independent circuit. Rjay is making music that is driven by a desire to motivate, inspire, and tell his story his way.
Music is the vehicle by which he expresses himself. He writes lyrics that draw from his experiences and by using his musical acumen he articulates stories and shared perspectives that will connect with audiences across the spectrum. Rjay combines various unique and experimental sounds with his intricate wordplay and often dabbles in various contrasting flows resulting in fusions that are still firmly stitched together by emotive undertones. Rjay cites icons such as Lil Durk, Lil Baby, and NBA YOUNG BOY, as the pivotal influences in his music. His sound can be described as a fusion between UK and American urban genres as well as Afrobeats due to his Nigerian Heritage. This all culminates in Rjay producing an enjoyable, and easygoing musical experience that is authentic and grounded in reality. His overarching ambition is to empower people through his gift and to be remembered as an icon. He is driven by the desire to share emotion through music and to impact lives in a positive way.
Rjay represents his town Oldham “the O Block” and he is an embodiment of the struggle and being able to make something out of nothing. He will be releasing his debut track as a solo artist dubbed “By Any Means”, which will showcase his distinct style and take listeners on a journey through various emotions and bring them to a place where they can escape the world and be lost in the music. His upcoming projects will highlight his passion and love for music as an art form. He explores various themes by delving deeper into the emotions that encompass the human psyche. The talented enigma is here to reshape and leave an indelible mark in the industry.
