Thrilled to send you the new single and video “Ring Ring” from Asian-American artists Star2 and Young Henny. The melodic trap track spotlights the rising influence of Southeast Asian voices in hip-hop, fusing West Coast production with cultural elements inspired by the Ka-ren people. The bilingual nature of the song stems from Star2, who was born in a Thai refugee camp and is of Ka-ren descent, and who uses his verses to bridge his heritage with his American life. “Ring Ring” frames success through metaphor, using unanswered phone calls to symbolize the emotional tradeoffs that come with ambition. The music video features polished drone cinematography with a gritty, local-block feel, perfectly complementing the track’s melodic trap energy.
Star2 continues to bring this perspective to his music, curating collaborations that feel both global and deeply personal. From working with acclaimed artists including Soulja Boy, Sprite, $tupid Young, Mozzy, MBNel, Luh Kel, Lil Poppa, HoodTrophy Bino, and YSN Flow, to carving out his own lane alongside fellow artists from his hometown in Thailand, he continues to bridge cultures while expanding the sound and visibility of a new generation.
Upcoming Performance:
April 11 – Bangkok, Thailand
BluePrint Live House
9pm – 2am
Star2, Chinatown Runner, Sprite, special guest HoodTrophy Bino, Ler Mu Dex, Lil BK, Eh La, Tae Tae, FG Fame, JJSP, Don Kids, Name MT
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.