A new voice emerged in R&B without fanfare. On Tuesday, June 2, pgLang revealed Imani Imani as its latest signing. The announcement came along with the release of the artist’s debut album, Papercut, which has already accumulated plays on streaming platforms.
The surprise strategy worked. Sem teasers or preview campaigns, the 11-track project gained immediate attention. Imani Imani, who previously used the name Imani Selina, brings an intimate and confident proposal to the catalog of the record label co-founded by Kendrick Lamar and Dave Free.
Trajetória discreet before the big step
Imani Ram was born into Suriname and raised into Amsterdam. Ela built a fan base little by little with independent tracks and one-off appearances. The first major highlight came with vocals on the unreleased track I Feel Something, by Kendrick Lamar. The song played at the Alta Costura Primavera-Verão parade of Chanel, a project directed by pgLang.
The album Snatch also appeared at the same presentation. Rumores about connection with the record label has been circulating since 2024. Agora, the connection becomes official.
Detalhes from Papercut
The album is just over 33 minutes long. Ele mixes soft ballads with livelier pop touches. The lyrics speak of desire, independence and complex emotions. Imani Imani’s soothing voice guides the experience consistently.
- Meus errors
- Deixe go (desires)
- 1 of 1
- Perseguindo
- Slideee
- Jogos mental
- Você is mine
- Sob demands
- Arrebatar
- Venham together
- Paper Corte
Mindgames won a music video directed by Keanna Williams and Neal Farmer. The visual production reinforces the calm and feminine atmosphere of the project. The clip came out with the album.
pgLang’s Expansão
pgLang maintains a focus on creative projects beyond music. Com Imani Imani, the label takes a clear step towards R&B. Até then, the cast revolved around rap and hip-hop, with names like Baby Keem and Tanna Leone.
Baby Keem launched Ca$ino at the beginning of 2026. The move shows that the company seeks to broaden horizons without losing identity. Dave Free welcomed Imani publicly and highlighted the artist’s constant work trajectory.
Public initial Recepção
Quem listened to Papercut in the first few hours, pointing out a great production. James Fauntleroy and Sam Dew appear in the credits. The sound navigates radio R&B with electronic and pop elements. Muitos praised the lack of forced hype. The album arrived straight away, ready to be discovered.
Fãs of R&B noted the authentic voice. The artist doesn’t need big statements. The work speaks for itself. Papercut already holds high positions on R&B/Soul charts.
What lies ahead
Imani Imani is now part of a growing team. pgLang continues to mix music, cinema and visual projects. The launch marks the beginning of a new phase for the singer, who has prepared the ground for years.
The album is available on all major platforms. Quem likes contemporary R&B with its own personality and finds a good entry point here.