The BLK LT$ has long been one of hip-hop’s best-kept secrets, a creative force moving quietly behind the scenes, writing and producing for heavyweights like Drake, Future, and French Montana.
But with ‘Honey: The BLK LT$ Meets The Killa Bees,’ she steps fully into her own spotlight. “I’m just a girl following her dreams,” she says, a simple truth that now resonates louder than ever as she transforms years of collaboration into a sound and identity that are unapologetically her own. The Los Angeles-based artist fuses fierce lyricism, raw emotion, and cinematic production into a body of work that pays homage to the Wu-Tang legacy while carving out a lane that’s entirely her own.
At once nostalgic and revolutionary, “Honey” is a love letter to hip-hop’s golden era and a manifesto of feminine power. Crafted in collaboration with RZA and released under his 36 Chambers imprint, the project bridges generations through sound, storytelling, and self-mastery. Behind the sharp bars and haunting beats lies an artist finally embracing her full range, an architect of her own universe where creativity, confidence, and vulnerability coexist in perfect rhythm. Keep reading and dive into ‘Honey: The BLK LT$ Meets The Killa Bees.’
You’ve been described as one of hip-hop’s secret weapons, with a career that’s evolved from writing and producing for others to stepping fully into your own spotlight. How would you describe this moment in your musical journey?
I now know that everything I’ve done in my career has led me up to this moment. There were a lot of times I wondered why it was taking longer than some of my peers to get to this point because I’ve always been a hard worker, but over the years I’ve learned so much, and it’s helped me expand in my creativity, where I no longer have any doubts or any insecurities about who I am or the music I’m creating. Working with so many great talents who’ve trusted my ear gave me the confidence to really start trusting myself.
Let’s talk about your new album, “Honey: The BLK LT$ Meets The Killa Bees.” It feels like both a tribute and a reinvention. What inspired you to reimagine the Wu-Tang legacy through your own creative lens?
Wu-Tang was one of the first hip-hop groups. I truly fell in love with what they have created, their own sound, and really a cult following that seemed at the time unheard of, you know, like on some rockstar level. Their music and unity reminded me of my sisters and me, and it changed my perspective on what it meant to be an artist. Paying homage to them with this body of work allowed me to show a raw, deeper side of myself that I didn’t always share throughout my career in the R&B space, especially as a rapper, and within that creation, I started to learn so much more about what I really wanted to do and, more importantly, say.
You’ve described the process of reinterpreting Wu-Tang classics as a fusion of inspiration and experimentation. Which track pushed you the most creatively, and why?
‘Thug Cry’ with RZA was definitely the hardest. It started off as just piano and 808s, and the pianos were inspired by the Wu-Tang classic “Impossible” off the Wu-Tang Forever album. That whole song is like watching a movie when you close your eyes, and I wanted to almost be a part of that movie because when I first heard it, even as a youngster, I understood the pain. I understood the message, so now, being older and being able to interpret my own experiences, I knew I had to be vulnerable, but I also knew the record had to be hot because RZA expressed he wanted to be a part of it. And that blew my mind. Yonatan Watts and Zone came in on the production and brought it to a more cinematic place after a conversation with RZA. I knew it had to be right. I didn’t want to take away from the original, but I also didn’t wanna overshadow my message. And after hearing RZA’s verse, it was like, “OK, go time!!” 😉
You’ve collaborated with RZA and released the album under his 36 Chambers imprint. How did that partnership begin, and what did you learn from working alongside one of hip-hop’s greatest producers?
My mentor and video production partner, Nitty, who is also a legendary producer (former member of the Trackmasterz), has always been supportive of what I do, so when I mentioned to him I was working on the project for fun, really during Covid. He told me to send it over. He was genuinely impressed because he hadn’t heard anything like it. He asked if he could send it out, and it ended up in the hands of DJ Scratch, who was on tour with Wu-Tang and Nas at the time. DJ Scratch then called me and told me he played it for RZA and wanted us to all speak about making this more than just a passionate project. About a year later, I met with RZA, and he gave me his blessing. Working alongside him to make this project not only a tribute but also a perspective from a true fan was important. I am truly a KILLA BEE at heart, lol. I wanted other true Wu lovers to listen to this and relate to my inspiration and influence, and his guidance made that possible.
The visuals for “Damage,” “Real Talk,” and “N.T.F.W.” each have a powerful aesthetic. How important is visual storytelling to your overall artistic vision?
Visual storytelling is so important to me. I come from a photography background that later merged into the visual world. I now direct and edit all my visuals. When I’m writing songs, I see the visual at the same time; they go hand in hand, and I love hearing and seeing the final results come to life.
You’ve written and produced for artists like Drake, Future, and French Montana. What shifts internally when you move from producing for others to expressing yourself as a solo artist?
It’s funny because I find it hard doing both at the same time. When I am engineering or producing for someone else, I’m fully immersed in their world, so it helps me to focus on their goals. And when I come back to working on “Lotus,” I refrain from taking any session so that my vision doesn’t get “tangled”.
Being a female producer and engineer in a male-dominated space is still rare. What has that journey been like for you, and what do you think needs to change in the industry?
It’s honestly changing over the years. I’ve met so many amazing female producers and engineers, and we all have one thing in common: paying extra attention to detail. I think that’s what makes us so special. I feel like the industry is opening up more to women in these positions, and it’s amazing to see so many of us flourishing in our professional passions.
What kind of legacy do you hope to build from this moment forward?
I really would love to see more artists collaborating with the artists who have inspired their musical journeys. Creating fusions of not only sounds but also generations of storytelling. I hope to hear more projects like this.
Finally, for those discovering you through Honey for the first time—what’s the one thing you want them to understand about The BLK LT$?
I want those who are just finding me to know I’m just a girl following her dreams, and even when it’s hard, I keep going. I hope to inspire them to dig deep and explore all that they can do because that’s truly all I’m doing, and I’m grateful to be doing it with some really amazing, talented, and legendary people.
As The BLK LT$ continues to evolve, her journey feels less like a rise and more like a revelation. She’s no longer behind the boards crafting hits for others; now she’s the voice, the vision, and the pulse. That is why, more than an album, “Honey: The BLK LT$ Meets The Killa Bees” is a declaration of self-trust, legacy, and the power of creative fearlessness.
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