Not too long ago, Congolese-Canadian Pop powerhouse LU KALA (@igobylu) released her highly anticipated EP “No Tears On This Ride.” The project is highlighted by the release of “Work” featuring Shelailai, another signature fierce, radio-ready pop self-love anthem from LU. It’s fearless, infectious, and unmistakably her.
LU KALA – “Work” featuring Shelailai
“Work” speaks to LU’s ‘recognizing your worth’ outlook. Of the bold new track LU says, “I’ve put so much work into myself so whoever I end up with should know that they’re really gonna have to work for it. Being with me is a full-time job and I’m not afraid to fire anyone who can’t fill that position right…haha. I hope every single person who hears ‘Work’ feels the exact same way, like babes, always remember how much time and effort you put into becoming the beautiful person you currently are. Why would you let anyone that’s unworthy of you come in and f*** up your peace? Absolutely not!”
LU KALA – “Pretty Girl Era” (Lyric Video)
Also included on the seven-track EP are LU’s breakout hits including the viral anthem “Pretty Girl Era,” which just achieved Gold status in Canada – and chart-topping Canadian radio singles “Hotter Now” and “Who’s Gonna,” as well as recent singles “Cry Baby” and “Criminal.” With a growing catalog of bold, infectious tracks, LU KALA is solidifying her place as a force to be reckoned with in the pop landscape.
LU KALA
In celebration of the new project, LU KALA is hitting the road for a string of live dates. The tour kicks off on May 8th at The Peppermint Club in Los Angeles, before heading to the East Coast for a show at Gramercy Theatre in New York on May 20th. LU then returns to her home turf in Canada, performing at The Axis Club in Toronto on May 21st, and wrapping up the run at La Sala Rossa in Montreal on May 22nd. Purchase tickets from StubHub.com to see LU KALA perform live.
This exciting news follows other career highlights for LU, including two JUNO award nominations in 2024 for Single of The Year for “Pretty Girl Era” & Breakthrough Artist of the Year, being awarded Billboard Canada’s Women In Music “Rising Star Award,” being featured as a guest judge on the season premiere episode of Canada’s Drag Race, and performing a pair of shows as support for Pop icon Cyndi Lauper on her “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” tour, where LU won over new fans (including Cyndi herself).
LU KALA – “No Tears On This Ride” EP
LU KALA explains, “My first project was called ‘Worthy’ and it was about finding self-worth and believing I too deserved to be loved. This new project is about where I currently am. We’re not crying this time around; we’re thriving and feel so good about who we are. Simply put, there are no tears allowed on this ride. It’s fun and filled with a bunch of bad b*tch anthems and reminders to never settle for anything less.
I want people to listen to this when they’re waking up, or getting ready for the day, or driving down the freeway and feel like absolutely nothing can stop them and there’s absolutely no reason to pay that ex any mind. Like b*tch, everyone’s allowed on this ride, but the only rule is you cannot cry. Leave that sh*t at the door, okay? This is ‘that happy era,’ this is that ‘I’ve arrived era!!’ I need this project to become the listener’s personality…like it’s a whole lifestyle, it’s a mantra!”
We recommend songs from LU KALA’s “No Tears On This Ride” EP to your favorite contemporary Pop playlist. We would love to hear your thoughts! Comment below and let us know how you feel. Your feedback helps us bring you more of what you love to discover. As always, thanks for reading another great article on Bong Mines Entertainment.com, your go-to source for new music and entertainment news. Remember, (P)ositive (E)nergy (A)lways (C)reates (E)levation—P.E.A.C.E.
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