After a two-year hiatus, UK R&B singer-songwriter Tiana Major9 makes her long awaited return with the release of her brand new single, “Shook One”. Independent and unapologetically authentic, Tiana reclaims her space in music with a new twist with one of hip-hop’s most iconic tracks.
“Shook One” is a modern R&B spin on the classic Mobb Deep anthem “Shook Ones Pt II”. Blending her signature vocals with the raw, old school hip-hop essence of the original, Tiana transforms the track into a heartfelt story of vulnerability, heartbreak, and unreciprocated love. At its core, the single highlights Tiana’s ability to love deeply and express herself openly while confronting someone too afraid to return that same energy. With piercing honesty, she delivers lines like : “How do you prove / That you’re ready to be happy even though they look at you? I just wanted you to say when I say that ‘I love you’ / But you run / Like a shook one.”
The accompanying music video directed by Benji Allen, shot in black and white across New York City, further creates the track’s homage to a hip-hop classic. From subway rides to summer streets. The visual captures the timeless energy of NYC while offering a glimpse of a Mobb Deep mural being represented in the video. Watch above.
The single follows Tiana’s deeply personal releases ‘money’ and “alone”. Co-written with Grammy-winning songwriter Prince Charlez, “alone” was written during lockdown and captured the weight of isolation she felt living alone for the first time. With its dramatic, soul-stirring delivery, the track reflected the final moments of a fading relationship. “money” took a different approach, offering a jazzy, intimate reflection on financial growth and independence, tracing Tiana’s journey from childhood struggles to the challenges of success.The single earned recognition from outlets including The Guardian, Billboard, CLASH, Essence, and COLORS. Earlier this year, she also showcased her artistry through an NTS Radio residency and a standout BBC Radio 1Xtra Live Lounge performance that highlighted her vocal precision and range.
East-London’s Tiana Major9 roots their bold blend of future-facing R&B, enduring soul, and hip-hop attitude in boundless jazz. With their name inspired by a chord, Tiana Major9 is an artist renowned for their musicality, deeply inspired by the jazz that soundtracked their childhood and with a voice honed through praise and worship. Tiana’s debut releases established their soulful voice as one of the UK’s most enticing; drawing features with the likes of Stormzy, EARTHGANG, Bryson Tiller and Unknown T, a GRAMMY nomination for single ‘“Collide”’ from the soundtrack of Queen & Slim and support slots with Victoria Monet, Jazmine Sullivan and Adele. The Chance The Rapper, Robert Glasper and Amaarae-co-signed artist has been acclaimed by British Vogue, ELLE, Vice, Billboard and Complex and streamed over 200 million times to date.
Now with “Shook One”, Tiana marks a confident new chapter in her journey, one that blends her love for R&B while carrying the raw energy of classic hip-hop, remaining true to the vulnerability and honesty that set her apart.