Exclusive Interview with Rich White Ladies
Rich White Ladies (Scotty Rebel & Tokyo Diiva) is a female duo from New York City. Their sound is a unique mix of Pop, Hip Hop and Dance; their self-titled 5-song debut EP was released on the prestigious Motown record label. Their lyrics combine entertaining fun, intelligent humor, and on-point social criticism. They are best known for their tracks "One Percent" (395,000 views on YouTube) and "Wimbledon" (273,000 views on YouTube).
Siam2nite had the opportunity to have an exclusive interview with Tokyo Diiva, shortly before their performance at Live RCA Bangkok on 4th March.
Where are you answering these questions?
I’m actually in Miami! One of my favorite cities in the States to visit, it’s always a great time.
You were both raised in the Bronx, New York City. How did you meet and what made you team up?
We met about 10 years ago with a creative street team I created called “The Juice Krew” that was in New York City .. once we met we were inseparable.
Your music is a unique mix of Pop, Hip Hop and Dance, with lyrics combining entertaining fun, intelligent humor, and on-point social criticism. How would you describe your music in a few words, what is distinct about it?
I like that our music actually has topics. It’s not basic music that just talks about partying. Even when I write my verses, I like to be on Google and have actual facts about what I’m talking about. I think you’ve described our music perfectly. Clearly, you get it. You’re very smart.
Your self-titled 5-song debut EP was released on the prestigious Motown record label. Could you introduce and say something to each track?
One Percent - Clearly flipped the occupy wall street situation into us saying that we are clearly the one percent of this fly girl situation ha-ha!!!
No Bad Vibez - A song about just having great vibe and good positive energy, just grab a drink and some plant based medicine ….. you know!!
Ransom - We are kidnapping all the rich folk because we want to be friends with them, I think we even held Dolly Parton’s Titties at one point.
Wimbledon - Wimbledon is the new Fly. It’s the new way of saying someone is so chic and got it right! Only the best make it to Wimbledon!!
White Powder Perm - Don’t Ask……
Looking back on the past 3 highly eventful years since the release of “One Percent” (which has 395,000 views on YouTube as of today), what were the best and the worst shows you performed, the funniest things that occurred during any of your performances and the moments you kept in best memory?
ALL of these Rich White Ladies memories are too damn good to share!! What happens on stage……..stays on stage!!!!
What is on your agenda for the near future and what are you currently working and focusing on?
Working on getting Rich and Famous. Obviously.
You will make your Thailand debut at Live RCA on 4th March. Have you visited Thailand before? What can the Bangkok crowd expect of your performance?
Never been, but always dreamed of going, so very excite to be there!
Just be ready to have a great time!