CKay sits with Nyla Simone and Mouse Jones to reveal the hidden sides of his story, from competing in physics competitions in Australia to choosing music against his parents’ wishes. He opens up about the global rise of Afrobeats, co-signs from Lagos’ biggest artists, and why honesty and a little trouble keep him grounded. CKay breaks down beating the odds, navigating unpredictable success, and how high emotional bandwidth shapes both his art and the way he loves. Step inside the mind of one of Afrobeats’ most intriguing voices.

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On this episode of Rotation Direct, Mýa pulls up with the kind of presence only a true performer carries — blending laughs, lived experience, and a sharp new creative lens. She’s stepping into her next era with a sound shaped by the ’70s/’80s funk and live bands she grew up on, letting real instrumentation and raw groove guide where she’s headed. Rooted in DMV culture and decades of artistry, Mýa opens up about longevity, evolution, and the shift from major-label machinery to the independence she now thrives in. From navigating the business to responding to the fans who’ve stayed with her across generations, Mýa breaks down what it really takes to be in control of your career. This is an artist in a new groove — confident, grounded, and inviting us along for the ride.#RotationDirect #Mya #AmazonMusic #RNB

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On this episode of Rotation Direct, Roy Woods cracks open conversations about accountability, fatherhood, burnout, and why he’s finally tapping back into the sad-boy energy that made fans lock in from the jump. With thousands of songs hiding in the vault and a new discipline shifting his day-to-day, Roy talks clarity, pressure, and the kind of reinvention that only comes from living a little, losing a little, and stepping back into the booth with something real to say.

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Wale has always blurred the line between poet and rapper. In this episode of Rotation Direct, he reflects on the making of Everything Is A Lot, balancing vulnerability with bravado, the evolution of his pen and how he’s carving permanence in a culture that moves fast.

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Adekunle Gold isn’t just evolving sound — he’s redefining legacy. In this episode, the Nigerian hitmaker opens up about mastering Fuji, the heartbeat of Lagos, and merging traditional rhythms with global sounds. From his roots in the church choir to graphic design, from world-building to timeless storytelling, Adekunle Gold dives deep into his creative evolution, his Lagos upbringing, and how he’s taking Fuji to the world.

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BIA’s not just dropping bars — she’s dropping her guard. In this episode, she gets real about her self-titled debut album BIANCA, taking her sweet time with the project, and what it means to be a student of the game. From songs for the girls to keeping her circle tight, BIA’s letting us in — the artist and the woman.

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Bryson Tiller pulled up to Rotation Direct and got real with us. If you thought he was really quitting music (spoiler: he’s here to stay). We’re talking his brand new project, Solace and The Vices, celebrating 10 years of Trap Soul (yes… already!), and how his music has leveled up with more honesty and vulnerability than ever before.

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An Amazon Music original podcast, Rotation Direct, is where music and cultural conversations collide across Hip-Hop, R&B, and Afro music. Featuring today’s new generation media personalities, our hosts, Nyla Symone and Mouse Jones, take fans through intimate, unfiltered conversations with today's most influential artists. Rotation Direct is where culture lives and the music talks, as artists reveal their personal journey, creative processes, and authentic stories that have shaped modern music culture.

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