The Journey to “Summer”: A Collaboration Between Kenya Vaun & The Ring Music Group
You know, there’s a certain magic in creating music that speaks to the heart. Working with Kenya and The Ring Music Group on this track was an incredible journey into the heart of what R&B should be—soulful, honest, and relatable.
Kenya wanted “Summer” to be a reminder for all those grinding through the nine-to-five hustle, looking forward to a break. She told iHeartRadio, “I came up with the song ‘Summer’ because I basically wanted to touch up on a feeling of working that 9 to 5 and wanting to get away… my song ‘Summer’ is basically here to bring that feeling of summer never ending.” That feeling? It’s universal, and as a producer, our job was to amplify it so listeners could feel every ounce of that yearning.
Crafting the Sound of Escape
At The Ring Music Group, we wanted to make sure that Kenya’s message was carried not just by her lyrics but by the music itself. The guitar became central to this track. It has that nostalgic warmth, those subtle vibes that make you feel like you’re right there in the sun, just soaking in the summer air. Kenya brought her own unique approach to the vocal performance, which makes the track shine, and our team built the rest around her raw and emotive style.
Making R&B That’s True to Life
“Summer” isn’t just a song about wanting a vacation. It’s about the desire for freedom and peace—things we all crave. Kenya’s lyrics resonate because they’re real, and that’s what makes this song special. Working on this track, we knew we weren’t just making music; we were helping create a feeling that would stay with people. That’s the beauty of real R&B—it’s about taking real stories and putting them in a format that everyone can feel.
So, take a listen, let “Summer” take you to that place you want to be, and stay tuned. The Ring Music Group and Kenya Vaun are just getting started, and this is only the beginning of some serious musical storytelling.
