The new single and video “Ta Eh Doh (Love Of My Life)”fromAsian-American artist Star2 and Lil BK. A tender, bilingual love song that fuses melodic hip-hop and both artists’ Ka-ren cultural roots, it’s the perfect love anthem.
“Ta Eh Doh (Love Of My Life)” leans on warm, nostalgic production with a mid-tempo bounce, soft melodic toplines, and emotionally direct lyrics that frame “Ta Eh Doh” as the phrase you send to the person who means everything to you. The video plays like a mini-romance film, centering Star2 and Lil BK in scenes that highlight intimacy, affection, and youthful devotion. From ice skating under city lights to morning coffee and playful pillow fights, the video perfectly anchors the song’s “one in a million” sentiment in a relatable, heartfelt reality.
Star2 himself was born in Mae La refugee camp in Thailand and is on a mission to use his music to amplify voices from his community. Star2 continues to bring this perspective to his music, curating collaborations that feel both global and deeply personal. He has also created collaborations with acclaimed rappers such as Soulja Boy, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel, Lil Poppa, HoodTrophy Bino, YSN Flow, and MarMar Oso to name a few.
Watch and listen to “Ta Eh Doh (Love Of My Life)”
Star2 began his life in a Thai refugee camp where he was forced to flee genocide from the Burmese army in Myanmar who burned his village to the ground. A lottery in the camp brought him to San Diego with his grandmother and her four children, where he began a new life. Under the mentorship of esteemed producer Chico Bennett, his collaborations with acclaimed rappers include Soulja Boy, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel, Lil Poppa, HoodTrophy Bino, YS
N Flow, and MarMar Oso to name a few. While not on tour, he documents his journey in the popular ‘Adventures of Star2’ series on YouTube. As an influential figure in Asian-American music, Star2 entwines heartfelt stories with captivating visuals, chronicling a tale of resilience and ascent. Esteemed platforms like Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam, GQ, HotNewHipHop, Ones to Watch, BET, and Lyrical Lemonade, among others, have celebrated his contributions.