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Coming off a breakout year that has seen her light up stages across North America, GRAMMY-nominated R&B powerhouse Ari Lennox is keeping the momentum going with her new single, “Hookah Baby,” out now on all major streaming platforms. The sultry new track arrives as Lennox gears up for Vacancy: Late Checkout, the deluxe edition of her critically acclaimed third studio album, arriving soon.
Built on ethereal synths, steady drums, and a deep bassline, “Hookah Baby” soundtracks a night of smoke, shimmer, and effortless good company, with Ari Lennox gliding through the track with her signature warmth and vocal finesse. The single marks Ari’s first release since Vacancy, her critically acclaimed third studio album, which arrived to glowing reviews in January. The single’s artwork also doubles as the newly unveiled cover for the forthcoming deluxe edition, Vacancy: Late Checkout.
“Hookah Baby” was co-written by Ari Lennox and Alivia Blue, with production from Tommy Brown “TBHits” (“Twin Flame,” Ariana Grande’s “thank u, next,” and more) and Leather Jacket (GloRilla’s “Typa,” Ciara’s “Ecstasy,” and more), stream it below!
