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After a seven-year hiatus, Keke Wyatt has triumphantly returned to the music scene with her highly anticipated new album, Certified. This release marks her first solo project since her 2016 album Rated Love and the 2017 cover album Keke Covers. It showcases her powerful vocal prowess and emotional depth in a fresh collection of original tracks.
“I didn’t have it in me (the past 7 years). I was mothering and working, and I didn’t have it. The well was dry,” Wyatt said.
“Oh, baby, now it’s wet; that well is overflowing.”
Certified is a ten-track masterpiece with nine original songs and one cover. Each song offers a unique glimpse into Wyatt’s distinct and intriguing perspective on Love, relationships, and faith, making it a must-listen for all music enthusiasts.
“I’ve been doing this for so long, but God is good; I’m still relevant these days, but I started getting tired, and I thought that I was done, Honey.”
“And then, out of nowhere, God just gave me this boost of confidence and energy.”
The talented Blac Elvis produced the album, serving as the primary producer. Randall Grass, Andrae Crenshaw, and Wyatt herself served as executive producers. Certified fans can look forward to experiencing Wyatt’s undeniable talent and her unique musical interpretation of life’s most profound themes.
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Wyatt expresses her anticipation for the impact of her new album, hoping that her listeners will emerge from the experience with a heightened sense of self-value and a deeper understanding of their worth.
“I’m an older woman now, and we live, and we learn, and I’m trying to educate the younger generation, ‘Hey, you don’t deserve to be treated like you’re being treated.'”
“And when you find somebody you really love, love the hell out of them. Love them with all you have, and guess what? If they don’t love you back the same way in return, God will send you somebody who will do all of it,” Wyatt said.
The songstress, known for her powerful vocals, recently shared some insight into her playlist. She revealed that she’s been listening to Detroit’s Gospel legend, Dorinda Clark-Cole, whose soul-stirring performances have captivated audiences for decades. Additionally, she mentioned that she’s been enjoying the music of Kenyon Dixon, an artist known for his soulful R&B sound.
“Let me tell you something: Dorinda Clark-Cole gets me through my mornings. Kenyon Dixon also gets me through, too. Y’all look him up, I’m telling you, he can sang,” Wyatt said.
Wyatt also revealed that she listens to Afro Nation Detroit 2023 headliner Davido, a famous Nigerian singer whose Afrobeat tunes have taken the world by storm.
“I’ll be sitting here sometimes and need a little pep in my step; I’ll turn me some Davido on.”
Wyatt has been on tour throughout the summer, recently shutting down a Juneteenth performance in Pittsburgh. She is scheduled to set the Detroit stage on fire on Sunday at the Riverfront Music Festival at the Hart Plaza, sharing the stage with Monica, Kelly Price, and K. Michelle.
“I can’t wait to see the smiles and the beautiful faces of all my Detroit fans when they are singing my songs.”
“I’m ready to rock and roll Sunday,” Wyatt said.
Watch: Keke Wyatt perform at Pittsburgh’s Juneteenth 2024 Event
Stream and download Keke Wyatt’s latest album on all streaming platforms.
Tickets are still available; please visit www.riverfrontmusicfestival.com.