Kenya Eugene has formally stepped into her roots with the discharge of her debut Roots Reggae EP, You Are I, now out there on all streaming platforms. The four-track challenge, produced by Alfred “Tippy I” Laurent of I-Grade Information alongside the Zion I Kings, is Kenya’s most intentional and private work to this point—grounded in reggae, but broad open in feeling.
Recorded in Atlanta, the EP explores themes that go far deeper than rhythm: love, identification, perseverance, religion, and self-worth. From the opening notes of “In and Outta Love” to the meditative move of “I N I” and the power in “Elevate Up My Head,” this challenge doesn’t simply supply songs—it affords tales.
“Every observe tells a distinct story, however all of them join,” Kenya says. “This challenge is extra than simply music—it’s a mirrored image of my journey, my roots, and my voice stepping totally into the world of Roots Reggae.”
Working with Zion I Kings introduced an unmistakable vitality to the challenge—a sound rooted in heavy, genuine reggae, layered with trendy heat. That synergy allowed Kenya’s voice and message to face totally within the highlight, with each lyric touchdown from a spot of lived expertise.
You Are I isn’t just a profession milestone—it’s a declaration. Kenya Eugene isn’t entering into reggae as a development. She’s entering into it as her dwelling.
