Maya Amolo Stays in Her Power on Explosive New Single, “Look The Other Way”
Alt-R&B artist Maya Amolo is done with whispering. On her new single “Look The Other Way”, Maya doesn’t just speak her truth, she glides through it, unbothered and fully in her power.
Over a slick, bass-heavy beat crafted by her long-time producer Cap, Maya delivers sharp-tongued lyrics with the sweet ease she’s known for. But this time, the softness holds bite. She’s confronting the smoke and mirrors of disloyal friends, backhanded compliments, and empty admiration. The track pulses with a quiet confidence, this is not a cry for attention, but a declaration that she sees through the façades, and she’s not here for it.
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“’Look The Other Way‘ is for anyone who’s ever felt watched, talked about, or underestimated and chose to rise above it anyway,” Maya shares. “I wrote it in a moment where I felt misunderstood, and I wanted to remind myself that not every energy needs to be met. Sometimes the real power is in choosing peace and walking away.”
This single marks the third release from her forthcoming sophomore album and offers a striking preview of what’s to come: a more grounded, bolder Maya, unafraid to let the light and shadows co-exist in her music.
Since her debut with Leave Me At The Pregame in 2020, Maya has become a standout voice in the global alt-R&B scene. Her 2022 debut album Asali unpacked the sweetness and complexity of love, setting the stage for her evolution as an artist.
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Recognized by NPR, participated in Spotify and COLORSxSTUDIOS’ first African writing camp, and featured as one of Apple Music’s Up Next artist; Maya’s momentum is undeniable.
With “Look The Other Way”, Maya Amolo reminds us that sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is keep moving forward – without flinching.
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