Independent hip-hop artist Nova has officially returned with his new single, “blvck out,” accompanied by a self-directed official music video filmed at the Toronto Music Garden. Blending smooth, reflective vocals with sharp lyricism over a dreamy, atmospheric beat, the track delivers the classic blog and SoundCloud-era nostalgia built for top-down late-night drives.
As an artist with deep roots connecting Toronto and Lagos, Nigeria, Nova has carved out a distinct lane by combining infectious melodies with deeply personal storytelling. “blvck out” serves as the lead single from his upcoming project of the same name and follows the success of his September EP, Flow State, which quickly surpassed 300,000 streams and generated over $1,000 in direct sales through the artist-first platform EVEN.
Reflecting on his two-year hiatus from releasing music, “blvck out” finds Nova processing his time away, evaluating where he stands in the current hip-hop landscape, and cementing his ambition to claim the top spot.
“Forgive me mama ’cause I know I’m about to black out… Left the game for two years, but I’m back now,” Nova raps over the hypnotic, late-night production.
Evoking the moody atmospheres found in tracks like Kendrick Lamar’s “Money Trees” and Drake’s “Jungle,” the single is tailor-made for premium hip-hop, throwback, and late-night curation playlists.
Complementing the track’s introspective energy, the self-directed music video serves as a heartfelt love letter to Toronto. Shot against the scenic backdrop of the Toronto Music Garden, the visual moves away from standard rap tropes to capture candid moments of love and genuine human connection among couples, families, and friends throughout the city.
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Nova is a Toronto-based independent rapper and singer whose music bridges cultural lines with deep ties to Lagos, Nigeria. Known for direct-to-fan distribution via EVEN and a consistent output of high-performing visual content, Nova continues to build his audience entirely on his own terms.
