Durban-born singer-songwriter De Rose marks a bold sonic evolution with the release of her debut hip hop single, “Easy,” featuring Blue Papi, Lowfeye, and Frank Mabeat. The single is released under House of Kulture, bringing her music to a wider audience across South Africa and beyond.
Known for her soulful lyricism and genre-blending sound, De Rose steps confidently into hip hop with a track that is both sonically compelling and thematically sharp.
“Easy” tells the story of a man constructing a fabricated identity; falsely claiming relationships and projecting an image that doesn’t align with reality. Confronted with the question: “Now prove it,” he fails to back up his claims, and the truth begins to unravel.
“The song is about how lies only make things worse. To me, it’s a story every Kasi girl should hear; watch out, he’s not who he says he is,” says De Rose.
The single explores themes of authenticity, perception, deception, and accountability, highlighting the contrast between who we claim to be and who we truly are. Anchored by confident verses, compelling features from Blue Papi, Lowfeye, and Frank Mabeat, and bold production, “Easy” marks a definitive step forward for De Rose’s artistry; one that speaks directly to contemporary life and culture.
De Rose is a Durban-born artist whose music blends Afro-soul, R&B, and now hip hop with emotional honesty and cultural relevance. Released under House of Kulture, her sound captures real-life moments, stories, and feelings, solidifying her as one of South Africa’s most dynamic and relatable emerging voices.
