ISLAMABAD: Pakistani female rapper Eva B said on Sunday it is “a dream come true” for her song “Sunrise in Lyari” to be featured in the Grammys’ Global Spin series this month.
The Global Spin is a performance series by the Grammys that spotlights global music and international artists. Eva B, who is touted as Pakistan’s first woman rapper, rose to prominence after her breakthrough single “Rozi” was featured in an episode of the popular TV series Ms Marvel last year while her song “Kana Yaari” was also a massive hit in the South Asian country in 2022.
Sunrise In Lyari has been described by Global Spin as an “infectious rap track about her roots in Karachi.” In the video for the song, Eva B can be seen rapping from the streets of Lyari, an underdeveloped neighborhood in Pakistan’s southern port city of Karachi haunted by years of gang violence, poverty, and drugs. According to Global Spin, the rapper wrote the song exclusively for the platform.
“Being featured on the Global Spin series by the Grammys is an absolute dream come true for me,” Eva B told Arab News. “It’s an incredible feeling to see my music reach such a global and famous platform.”
Eva B said it was important for her to represent her roots in Lyari and share her story with the world.
“It’s not just about the recognition; it’s about the impact and connection my music can create across borders and cultures,” she added.
Eva B said Sunrise in Lyari is not just a song for her but a reflection of her journey so far. “It depicts how the small artists of Lyari were underlooked yet they persisted and produced their art,” she said.
The rapper said the song depicts her transformation from being “shunned and criticized by people for my art and my background” to now being a celebrated artist.
“It’s a symbol of rising above adversity and proving that our voices matter,” she said.
Happy at her accomplishments, Eva B says the best is yet to come, adding that she’s “constantly working on new projects and exploring different avenues to express my artistry.”
“I’m thrilled to share that I’m currently in the process of producing new albums that will showcase different dimensions of my music and personal growth,” Eva B said.
“My fans can definitely expect an amazing journey ahead, filled with captivating music and unforgettable experiences. I can’t wait to share it with you guys.”
