Sali Kimi is a South Korean RnB artist based in New York City. She draws inspiration from RnB artists like Jhene Aiko, Drake, Partynextdoor, and Kehlani, which has influenced her trendy sound.
Sali Kimi grew up moving back and forth between New York City and South Korea. Her unique musical background and numerous opportunities to perform from a young age led her into the music industry.
One of the tracks on her EP, ‘Wildflower,’ titled ‘Blue Skinny Jeans,’ even reached the top 60 on the USA iTunes charts. This achievement helped her gain a worldwide fan base. One of the reasons her music resonates with people of all generations is that it’s not only catchy but also authentically reflects her free-spirited personality. Her hybrid, signature sound is a significant asset as an artist. Another standout track on her EP is ‘Precious,’ with beats produced by Joey Castellani, a former producer for Drake and Omarion. The track showcases her fresh signature vocals.
When you watch her music videos, you’ll notice a distinct Cyberdelic vibe. Sali Kimi once described this music video as an invasion of the universe by Cyberpunks. This concept aligns well with the lyrics of the music.
The Cyberpunks’ invasion of the universe can also be seen as a metaphor for strong, young women invading the hearts of unknown men. In the video, Sali Kimi expresses her excitement and fast-beating heart for a man. The intro grabs your attention, but the man, haunted by a broken heart and a troubled mind, drives her crazy. Yet, she remains eager to help him, turning it into an adventurous journey to conquer his heart.
Listening to the music, you can hear the part where she affectionately calls the man ‘Precious.’ She invites him to her house, expressing her desire to rekindle their past relationship and create new memories together.
Music video link:
https://youtube.com/watch?v=2lpFmsodyjE&si=r1lHXPDBJx7IWoVO
Sali Kimi’s music can be found here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
https://open.spotify.com/
Sali Kimi’s EP ‘Wildflower’ article reference:
https://www.thehypemagazine.com/2021/07/sali-kimi-has-returned-for-ep-wildflower/
