Khaliyah X is making a bold entrance into the R&B scene with her debut mixtape What’s My Name?, a powerful showcase of her unique sound and artistic vision. Born and raised in Chicago, Khaliyah blends timeless R&B with a fresh, modern twist, creating music that feels both nostalgic and cutting-edge. This mixtape marks a pivotal moment in her career, reflecting two years of growth, self-discovery, and fearless creativity.
Crafted in the studio over six months, What’s My Name? captures the raw emotions and experiences Khaliyah has navigated between 2022 and 2023. Every track was created in the moment, with no pre-written lyrics, allowing her to pour her heart and soul into each song. The result is a deeply personal body of work that feels authentic and unfiltered, resonating with listeners on an emotional level.
One of the standout tracks, DTP (Disturb The Peace), is a fiery anthem that showcases Khaliyah’s range as an artist. The song’s layered production, catchy hooks, and soulful undercurrents create a rich, textured sound that draws comparisons to Kehlani, Summer Walker, and Cleo Sol. Khaliyah’s vocal delivery is packed with emotion, giving the track an undeniable intensity that lingers long after the final note.
“‘What’s My Name’ is an introduction to who I am as an artist—what I stand for and what I believe in. More than anything, I want to take the listener on a journey through the music. This project explores a range of emotions: anger, sadness, introspection, grief, and acceptance. I wanted to be as vulnerable as possible; it was both healing and a release from the habit of masking my true feelings in my music. After all, isn’t the best music the kind that makes you feel deeply? This project is both an introduction to myself and an ode to myself.”
The 10-track mixtape offers a captivating mix of genres and influences, presenting Khaliyah X as an artist unafraid to push boundaries and embrace her individuality. From the reflective lyrics to the dynamic production, every song is a testament to her talent and vision. What’s My Name? is a standout debut that positions Khaliyah X as one to watch, a fresh voice in R&B ready to leave a lasting impact.