Imagine my surprise when, earlier this week, I saw people online calling Momo Boyd an industry plant. Those who are already familiar with the cherub-faced, velvety voiced singer will know that that label is far from the truth.
The youngest sibling of her family band, Infinity Song Boyd has been grinding in the industry for close to 10 years. She and her siblings were signed to Jay-Z’s Roc Nation label in 2016 after he saw a video of them busking in New York City’s Central Park. They’ve released two albums, including 2023’s buzzy Metamorphosis, but it wasn’t until a few weeks ago that Boyd, specifically, broke into to the mainstream consciousness as a feature on Baby Keem’s album Casino. Naturally, enraptured by her oozing charisma, everyone began wondering where she came from. The lore runs deep.
Boyd is an exceptional belter and singer with a buttery rich voice that has just a hint of rasp. And her catalog actually skews more acoustic singer-songwriter and soft rock, rather than hip-hop. Ahead, dive into five great songs that showcase her natural talent.