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(Video) Star2 x Seko – “Once in a While” @Star2Official

Post author By OnTheSceneNY
Post date October 8, 2024

Thai refugee artists Star2 and Seko release “Once In A While”, the heartfelt new single and music video. Both born in the Mae La refugee camp in Thailand, the artists draw on their rich cultural heritage with the song almost entirely sung in the Ka-ren language and the music video filmed in Thailand.

“Once In A While” features poignant lyrics that reflect the deep emotions of longing and love, such as “My tears I secretly wipe them away by myself / I love you so much, so whatever you say is never wrong / I’ll chase after you over a hundred times”. Tugging at your heartstrings, the song is beautifully layered with rich harmonies, delicate piano notes, and a backdrop of female vocals that evoke a sense of connection that feels both intimate and distant. As both artists deliver their verses with raw, unfiltered emotion, the feeling of lost love is one that is never forgotten.

Refugee pop meets hip hop artist Star2 fled his refugee camp as a child when the Burmese Army destroyed their village and attacked them in the middle of the night. Faced with overwhelming heartache and loss growing up, Star2 found his solace in music. He has collaborated with the likes of Soulja Boy, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel, Lil Poppa, HoodTrophy Bino, YSN Flow, and MarMar Oso just to name a few. Now, Star2 is on a mission to elevate the next generation of Ka-ren and Asian Artists.

Tags hiphop, hiphopfightclub, Once in a While, Seko, Star2, Thailand

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(EP) Star2 – “Jungle 2 Streets” @starofficial

Post author By OnTheSceneNY
Post date August 19, 2024

Asian-American artist and Ka-ren refugee, Star2 releases the new EP Jungle 2 Streets. The six track project features artists $tupid Young, ChinaTownRunner, LerMuDex, and RG.

Jungle 2 Streets is biographical and spans the full experience of being a refugee child to an emerging pop-rap artist. “On the Block”, “Weigh on Me” and “Tapped In” describe the street life experience of the artists. “FWM” with Asian rap pioneer $tupid Young is a club worthy anthem that leans in to the lavish and oftentimes, intense lifestyle, that comes with the territory, while “Onna Road” and “Spoil You” with Ka-ren pop artist LerMuDex completes the mosaic with romantically themed summer tracks. Star2 adds, “The album represents all of the seasons of our experience. Mixed emotions for sure – street songs, club, and romantic ballads.”

Star2 is a refugee artist from the Mae La refugee camp in Thailand. Star2’s documentary, RETURN TO KAWTHOOLEI: A Refugee Rapper’s Journey to His Homeland in Burma has been recognized by several film festivals this year, winning “Best Short Documentary” at the Malaysian Film Festival and “Outstanding Achievement Award, Short Films” at the Better Earth International Film Festival amongst many others. Recently, the documentary was selected to be screened at the International Migration & Environmental Film Festival.

Star2 and ChinaTownRunner will head back to Thailand this year to visit the nine refugee camps and work on new music with Sprite. Stay tuned for upcoming tour dates in Denver, Boise, Charlotte, Akron, Milwaukee, Fort Wayne, Tulsa and Dallas through late September.

Tags Asian-American, hiphop, hiphopfightclub, Jungle 2 Streets, Star2

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(Video) Star2 x FG Fame – “I Don’t Like You” @Star2Official

Post author By OnTheSceneNY
Post date July 11, 2024

Ka-ren refugee pop artists Star2 and FG Fame release the new single and music video for “I Don’t Like You”. The Ka-ren are a minority ethnic group from Myanmar who have faced persecution and forced displacement. Star2 and Fame’s music brings their stories of exile and perseverance to a wider audience.

Since 2023, Star2 has been visiting the Thai refugee camp where he was born and working with other Ka-ren artists. “I Don’t Like You” from Star2 and Fame highlights the gossip and drama that often surfaces in the face of young, unrequited love. The song is about a determined girl who tries to insist she is the girlfriend of Fame and then later, Star2. She brags to her friends and spreads rumors about her imaginary relationships, but they both let her down gently while setting the record straight. The music video, filmed on location in vibrant Bangkok, Thailand, matches captivating strings and infectious beats of the song with lush, colorful backdrops. The result is an infectious, action-packed saga highlighting the talents of these Ka-ren artists who have come together to make music despite the hardships they have faced.

Star2 reveals, “Fame likes to sing romantic songs and so do I! “I Don’t Like You” is fun and light. We had a good time filming the video in Bangkok. Ka-ren artists are underrated. The world will soon see their talent.”

Star2 has received high acclaim from tastemaker media including Ones to Watch, Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam, GQ, BET, Lyrical Lemonade, and HotNewHipHop. He is executive producing an upcoming album which will feature FG Fame along with other Ka-ren artists from around the world set for release in 2025.

Tags FG Fame, hiphop, hiphopfightclub, I Don't Like You, Ka-ren refugee, Star2

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(Audio) Star2 ft ChinaTown & Runner LerMuDex @Star2Official

Post author By OnTheSceneNY
Post date July 6, 2024

The second single from the Star2 x ChinaTown Runner’s upcoming EP From the Jungle to the Streets, “Spoil U” captivates listeners with its fluid production, lush acoustic riffs, and an infectious hook that anchors the track. Rappers Star2, ChinaTown Runner, and LerMuDex light up the track and weave together a narrative of indulgent romance inspired by a getaway on the sea. Opulent accents of piano, sparkling harmonies, and crisp, assertive rhymes combine to create an unforgettable anthem that lingers long after the last note fades.

Star2 is a refugee artist from the Mae La refugee camp in Thailand. His new documentary, RETURN TO KAWTHOOLEI: A Refugee Rapper’s Journey to His Homeland in Burma, has received over 5 film festival awards, including “Best Short Documentary” at the Malaysian Film Festival, “Best Documentary” at the Busan New Wave Short Film Festival in S. Korea, “Best Web and Media” at the IndieX Film Fest in LA, and “Exceptional Merit in Docu-drama Short & Human Spirit” at the Documentaries Without Borders Film Festival to name a few.

Tags ChinaTown, hiphop, hiphopfightclub, Runner LerMuDex, Star2

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(Video) Star2 feat. Belle Aire – “Get Low for Me” @Star2Official

Post author By OnTheSceneNY
Post date February 14, 2024

Pop meets hip-hop artist Star2 releases the new single and video for “Get Low For Me” feat. Belle Aire. Born in a Thai refugee camp, Star2 seeks to empower others through music and hopes to uplift Asian artistry to the surface. His new single is a sensually sublime Valentine’s Day anthem that muses on hot chemistry amidst a luxurious landscape.

“Get Low For Me” feat. Belle Aire fills the atmosphere with flirtation as the two vocalists collide over decadently diffused sonics. Chronicling an electric connection on the dance floor, Star2 lets his imagination run wild with passion. “Get Low For Me” sets the ambiance with melodic vocals and hypnotic sonics that pull you in deeper toward Star2’s allure.

Star2 is preparing to release his upcoming pop album Shooting Stars. Recently returning from his trip to Thailand, where he visited his birthplace at the Mae La refugee camp, Star2 is deeply invested in the future of Asian culture. He has collaborated among the likes of Soulja Boy, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel, Lil Poppa, HoodTrophy Bino, YSN Flow, and MarMar Oso to name a few.

Furthermore, Star2’s music videos have garnered international acclaim this year at film festivals worldwide. His video for “Clout Chaser” directed by Lubomir Atan clinched a victory at the San Diego Movie Awards. The video for “Run Away” directed by Chico Bennett was honored at the 2024 Better Earth International Film Festival, while “New Me” also directed by Bennett swept multiple awards, including Best American Music Video at the International Music Video Underground Awards and Best Music Video at the Europe Music Video Awards. Additionally, “New Me” received honorable mentions at the American Golden Picture International and Crown Point International, with official selections at prestigious festivals such as the Cannes World Film Festival and the ARFF Berlin International Awards.

Tags Belle Aire, Get Low for Me, hiphop, hiphopfightclub, Star2

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(Video) Star2 – “Clout Chaser” @Star2Official

Post author By OnTheSceneNY
Post date February 1, 2024

Asian-American artist Star2 releases the new single and video for “Clout Chaser”, the latest club banger and animated video. “Clout Chaser” is the fourth track from Star2’s upcoming album Shooting Stars. An unabashedly blunt anthem about hungry social climbers, “Clout Chaser” chronicles the complexities that go hand-in-hand with money, status, and fame.

“Clout Chaser” jumps into your chest with a pounding beat and sub bass, topped off with trap hi hats that dance around the listeners’ head. Atmospheric samples serve as the backdrop alongside a stabbing, descending string line and a relentlessly haunting piano melody. Paired with an action-packed animated video by Lubomir Atan, the visuals for “Clout Chaser” profile a fierce race between two women to reach Star2 and his riches at the finish line. Star2 warns, “When you come up, people want to eat off your plate. Watch out for girls who clout chase and only want to use you.”

Currently on a homecoming trip to Thailand, Star2 is returning to his roots at the Mae La refugee camp where he was born. Star2 has collaborated with Soulja Boy, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel, Lil Poppa, HoodTrophy Bino, YSN Flow, and MarMar Oso. He has received high acclaim from Ones to Watch, Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam, GQ, Earmilk, BET, Lyrical Lemonade, HotNewHipHop, and more.

Tags Asian-American, Clout Chaser, hiphop, hiphopfightclub, Star2, Thailand

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(Video) Star2 – “Just Like Them Waterfalls” @Star2Official

Post author By OnTheSceneNY
Post date November 27, 2023

Asian-American pop meets hip-hop artist Star2 releases the new single and video for “Just Like Them Waterfalls”. Inspired by a magnetic connection that unfolds over the backdrop of an exotic island soundscape, Star2 will sweep you off your feet with his romantic escape.

Over lush cascades of pizzicato strings, melodic strokes of percussion, and an enchanting vocal, Star2 muses on a budding flirtation. The song’s silky guitars and drum beats echo with island rhythms, immersing the listener in an reggae infused island melody. The strings punctuate and elevate the chorus, conjuring images of hula dancers, swaying palms, and the soft, sweet air of the tropics. Enhanced by soundscapes of cascading water, exotic birds, and a vocoder that harmonizes with the chorus while bringing an electronic vibe to the track, “Just Like Them Waterfalls” immerses the ear in the wilds of romance.

The accompanying music video is drenched with lush imagery as Star2 and his love interest explore luxurious palazzos before taking a dive into a serene waterfall. Their journey is framed by the motif of flowing water, the camera highlighting the parallels in their free-flowing and playful connection. “I love the islands – my fantasy getaway! This song is a romantic vibe to get us through the fall and dream of a dope vacation with a beautiful girl, sipping drinks, and enjoying paradise,” adds Star2.

Star2 was born in a Thai refugee camp and lends his identity to the music he makes. With millions of streams and impressive collaborations, he has performed amongst the likes of Soulja Boy, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel, Lil Poppa, HoodTrophy Bino, YSN Flow, and MarMar Oso to name a few. “Just Like Them Waterfalls” is the second single from his upcoming pop album Shooting Stars, due early next year.

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(Video) ChinaTownRunner x Star2 x $tupid Young – “Static” @Star2Official @dollasignyoungg

Post author By OnTheSceneNY
Post date June 18, 2023

ChinaTownRunner and Star2 each got their start at the very same Mae La refugee camp and have used their stories of persistence to inspire their music. “Static” ft. Star2 and $tupid Young is an explosive personal profile that zeroes in on each rapper’s quest for truth in the face of a cold world. An intense set of multi-faceted vocals collide over a cataclysm of dynamic beats, hard hitting bass, and resonant piano to produce the one-of-a-kind sonic atmosphere that fills “Static” to the brim.

Directed by Chico Bennett, the music video for “Static” captures ChinaTownRunner, Star2, and $tupid Young in a wild desert landscape. The desolate atmosphere and grueling influence of nature lends to the deep-cut lyrics at play.

“Static” is only just the beginning of this trio’s iconic presence as the three rappers have upcoming shows together in Phoenix and Denver. For ChinaTownRunner and Star2 in particular, “Static” follows the trail of their historic first single together, “Lavish”. ChinaTownRunner finds joy in performing for his people, the Karen, in communities throughout South Dakota and Minnesota and celebrating his core identity.

Tags $tupid Young, ChinaTownRunner, hiphop, hiphopfightclub, Star2, static

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(Video) Star2 x Lil Poppa x $tupid Young – “Gangstas” @Star2Official @dollasignyoungg @ThatBoyPoppa

Post author By OnTheSceneNY
Post date June 6, 2023

Star2 is stamping his footprint on the future of Asian-American hip-hop with his adrenaline pumping beats and vividly rich visuals that tell a story of grit. His latest music video for “Gangstas” alongside $tupid Young and Lil Poppa is an immersive trip through the subconscious scars each artist has endured on their climb toward greatness.

“Gangstas” will set your pulse racing with dark lashes of piano, mesmerizing beats that cast shadows over the gloom, and intrepid vocals that ruminate on each rapper’s difficult past. Directed by Chico Bennett, the music video takes place at a haunting church adorned with holy icons that add to the inescapable gravity of “Gangstas”. Each rapper bears their soul from the confines of a confession booth, praying in the pews or gazing up toward the heavens in search of a better future. $tupid Young raps, “Life is like a game of chess, you better watch how you move.” “Gangstas” will immerse you in the cavernous bends of each artist’s inner-psyche as they walk through memories full of danger and deceit.

Star2 and $tupid Young recently collaborated on their EP entitled Different Breed. Together, these two rappers are shaping the trajectory for Asian-American hip-hop to come. Star2 has worked alongside the likes of Soulja Boy, Luh Kel, and HoodTrophy Bino to name a few. The “Gangstas” music video continues his legacy of hard-hitting beats laced tight with experiential lyricism.

Tags $tupid Young, Gangstas, hiphop, hiphopfightclub, Lil Poppa, Star2

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(EP) Star2 and $tupid Young – “Different Breed” @Star2Official @dollasignyoungg

Post author By OnTheSceneNY
Post date May 6, 2023

Star2 and $tupid Young release their new monumental EP, Different Breed, showcasing the talents of two pioneering Asian-American rappers. The six track collection explores deep-cut experiences up against violence, gangs, and police brutality; all which Star2 and $tupid Young had to overcome to make it as musicians. Different Breed has a supervillain feel to it with darkly lavish beats, venomous rhythmics, and gritty vocals that reflect on Star2 and $tupid Young’s tumultuous journey to fame.

Star2 and $tupid Young enlist a stacked lineup of collaborators on the EP including Lil Poppa (signed with Yo Gotti’s CMG label) and MB Nel, another force in the Asian-American hip-hop community.

Star2 and $tupid Young are at a crossroads in their career and hope to pioneer the next wave of Asian rap. $tupid Young says it plainly, “I want more Asian artists to break out and succeed”. Different Breed cements Star2 and $tupid Young’s status as the guiding forces on the Asian hip-hop scene and it’s only a matter of time before more musicians follow in their footsteps.

Star2 has worked alongside Soulja Boy, Mozzy, HoodTrophy Bino, Luh Kel, YSN Flow, and MarMar Oso to name a few. He’s received resounding acclaim from Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam, GQ, Earmilk, BET, Lyrical Lemonade, HotNewHipHop, HipHopDX, The Source, and Ones to Watch. Different Breed is his latest release.

Tags $tupid Young, Different Breed, hiphop, hiphopfightclub, Star2