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South Africa's genre-bending trailblazer Iccy Rej is making a global statement with the release of her highly anticipated new EP, “ICCY SUMMER,” available now on all major streaming platforms. This bold new body of work is more than just a summer drop, it is a sonic experience that blends the energy of Trap Soul, Afrobeat, Pop, and Drill into a finely tuned showcase of talent, passion, and power.
At the forefront of this release is the scorching single “Singalali,” a high octane anthem featuring Shisaboy, Tebogo G Mashego, and Somali. With hypnotic flows and a beat that demands movement, Singalali is the EP's heartbeat, a confident declaration that sleep is for the uninspired. It is a summer rallying cry for dream chasers, lovers, and rebels alike.
But “ICCY SUMMER” is far from a one-hit affair. The EP is a who's who of cutting edge talent across the international music scene. With features from global heavyweights like Smokepurpp, Flvme, Saudi, The Qwellers, MSI, Carvo Cardo, and Dizzu, Iccy Rej’s project is not only a flex, it is a fusion of cultures, sounds, and generations.
Backed by platinum-selling producers including Zooci Coke Dope, Neil T Music, Moody, 5TWZN Keys, Skatle, and SlimSoulja, each track on “ICCY SUMMER” is crafted with intentionality and flair, delivering a listening experience that is both dynamic and deeply personal.
Born Rejoice in Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, and now based in Centurion, Gauteng, Iccy Rej is more than a rapper or vocalist, she is a tech-savvy, freestyle-driven, genre-hopping visionary who writes, engineers, and delivers her art with unfiltered passion. The name “Iccy” is inspired by diamonds and dedicated to her father, a precious stone dealer who represents resilience and raw brilliance. “Rej” is an ode to her given name, Rejoice.
With a unique tone and flow switching delivery that has drawn comparisons to artists like Young M.A and Siya, Iccy Rej stands firmly in her own lane. Whether it is Trap, Afrobeats, or Hard Drill, her versatility is unmatched. 90% of her music is freestyle, and her presence on the mic is nothing short of commanding.
While Iccy Rej is an independent artist, her music is distributed via Gamma Records, and her work ethic speaks volumes. Already known for viral tracks like “Balenciaga,” which earned a cosign from Fetty Wap and social impact singles like “Stop Gender Based Violence” applauded by Jadakiss and Busta Rhymes, Iccy Rej is building a catalog as diverse as it is impactful.
Beyond the music, she is a qualified software engineer, cybersecurity expert, and a rising figure in entrepreneurship. Her tech-driven mindset merges seamlessly with her artistry, making her a modern polymath ready to redefine what it means to be a star in today’s digital-first music economy.
With “ICCY SUMMER” officially out, fans won’t have to wait long for more. This is only Volume 1 of a trilogy EP rollout. Her full length album is 70% complete, boasting headline worthy features from Jadakiss, Jae Millz, Money Mu, Gemini Major, Onesimus, and more. There is also a reality show and a documentary in the works evidence that Iccy Rej is not just creating music, but building an empire.
“My music represents hustle, luxury, love, and passion,” says Rej. “I want to show every kid from the hood or the village that anything is possible. I brought a BMW i8 to the hood, not to flex, but to inspire. Now I am bringing this EP to the world.”
Iccy Rej new EP “ICCY SUMMER” is a movement, from bush roots to Billboard aspirations, Iccy Rej is unapologetically herself, raw, refined, and ready. The EP, “ICCY SUMMER” is more than a soundtrack for the heat, it is a sonic revolution for global ears, a declaration that the next voice in the international hip-hop conversation is not coming, she is already here.
Stream “ICCY SUMMER” now on all major platforms, and follow Iccy Rej on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, and Instagram to stay locked in with the rising star who is taking the world one freestyle at a time.