Birmingham's rap scene has always celebrated uniqueness, and Wohdee is rapidly establishing herself as one of its most singular new talents. Recognized for her incisive lyricism and versatile style, the emerging artist has already made an impact with various singles that encompass drill, grime, and rap.
When Clash speaks with her, she's taking a rare break from an otherwise hectic schedule. Her latest single, ‘ewww’, has been gaining attention, and although Wohdee is pleased with the response, she is focused on her next steps. “It’s been a strong release,” she states. “I’m really happy with how people have connected with it, but I’m always looking forward to the next chapter.”
The track has garnered interest due to its reinterpretation of Kano’s classic ‘P’s & Q’s’ instrumental, a decision fueled by genuine emotion. “I was feeling fired up one day, and writing bars was the best way to clear my mind,” she explains. “The first thing that popped into my head was Kano’s ‘P’s & Q’s’. That beat is so greasy; it’s perfect for expressing yourself. I knew I had to remake it.”
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The urge to write traces back to her childhood when Wohdee began filling notebooks with poetry. “In primary school, we were taught how to write poems, and after that lesson, I went home and started crafting tons of poems. When it came to writing music, the process was similar, just aimed differently.”
School was where she found the motivation to take music seriously. “I was a tomboy, and my friends would always rap at the back of the bus. I sensed it would be my moment, so I performed a little freestyle. Everyone went wild. As soon as I got home, I wrote it down; that's when I truly started writing bars.”
Her current sound effortlessly shifts between genres. “I just love good beats that evoke feelings,” she shares. “It doesn’t need to be grime or drill. If it’s a good beat with a great sample, I feel compelled to do something extraordinary with it.” Sometimes, the beat dictates the direction, while other times her lyrics are initially shaped by emotion. “If someone annoys me, I’ll begin writing what I want to say to them. The beat follows. It really depends.”
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Much of Wohdee’s music channels energy, and the same applies to her live performances. “The music I create is vibrant and energetic, so the crowd picks up on that,” she notes. “It’s an exchange of energy. I give them energy, and they reciprocate.”
Representing Birmingham, Wohdee embodies the city’s raw dynamic and charm. “I definitely have a Brum swagger,” she affirms. “You can hear particular Brum phrases in my music. I love being able to showcase that.”
Looking ahead, Wohdee is preparing to launch her next single, ‘Big Energy’, which serves as a bold statement leading into a larger project. “I’m focusing on releasing an EP and revealing different aspects of myself,” she shares. “Quality content, quality music, good vibes. That’s what I’m about.”
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Wohdee emphasizes that listeners have only experienced one facet of her thus far. “I’m eager to share all my various sound elements,” she tells Clash. “People usually hear a specific sound from me, but I’m really excited for this new sound to come out so they can understand it.”
With her pen poised, her sound ever-evolving, and her vision broadening, Wohdee is infusing a fresh energy into UK rap.
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Words: Joe Hale
Director: Andres Branco
DoP: Blue Laybourne
Producer: Tristan Gibbs
1st AC: Billy Gadd
Producer: Jackson Payne
Gaffer: Ken Liew
1st AD: Harley Ruby Cameron-Furze
Spark: Ben Alder
3rd AD: Jack Mason
Sound Recordist: Danny Hilton
3rd AD: Aran Llewelyn Harris
Photographer: Fraser Thorne
HMU Artist: Karen Messam
Photo Assistant: Jake Milsum
MUA: Antonia Yiltay
Production Designer: Yousif Al-Karaghoul
Stylist: Frankie Noller
Art Assistant: Ellis Tudor
Stylists Assistant: Lacie Gittins
Art Assistant: Matt England
Stylists Assistant: Alana Newton
Art Assistant: Noah Grosset
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