Nigerian-American artist Lisa Yaro drops debut EP My Way

LISA YARO SHARES DEBUT EP MY WAY - LISTEN MUSIC VIDEO “SAVAGE”  PREMIERING ON BET JAMS TODAY - WATCH “Expect a spectrum of emotions: love, joy, heartache and hope.  Each track unveils layers of my identity and experiences, taking you on a journey.” - Lisa Yaro "Remaining authentic to her roots, Lisa has created a sound for herself within the Afrobeats genre that incorporates both sides of her culture." - The Knockturnal

Photo Credit: Amazing Klef Nigerian-American multi-talented singer, songwriter, actress and producer Lisa Yaro shares her debut EP My Way, available today at all DSPs and streaming services HERE. Additionally, an electrifying music video debuts for the EPs summer anthem “Savage.” Directed by LENSGOD, the vibrant visual showcasing people dancing and partying in the streets of Lagos, Nigeria. LISTEN TO MY WAY WATCH THE “SAVAGE” MUSIC VIDEO “In life there are so many people telling you what you should do and how you should do it but at the end of the day, you have to be happy with the decisions you make for your life,” explains Lisa Yaro. My EP is a reflection on my musical journey as an independent artist and learning to trust my voice and follow my heart with every twist and turn life gives me. I chose to be true to myself and my music by doing it My Way.’ After achieving notable success as a songwriter, collaborating with esteemed artists such as will.i.am, LeToya Luckett and Mya on the Grammy-nominated project “Smoove Jones” in the Best R&B Album category, Lisa Yaro continues her artistic journey with the release of her EP My Way.  Prior to this EP, Yaro garnered attention with a series of hit singles, including “Biko,” “Domitilla,” featuring Mayorkun, and “Yaro” featuring Afrobeats superstar Zlatan. “Domitilla” appeared in the Universal film “Asking For It,” in which the multi-talented Yaro showcased her acting skills. Moreover, her music video for the captivating “Yaro” received rotation on music networks including BET Jams, Revolt TV and BET Soul. Yaro delivers a unique blend of Afrobeats and R&B that caught the attention of music blog The Knockturnal which remarked, “Lisa has created a sound for herself within the Afrobeats genre that incorporates both sides of her culture.”

LISA YARO MY WAY (MUSIC CORNER LLC) RELEASE DATE: JUNE 16, 2023 1. My Way 2. Savage 3. Overtaken 4. Far Away 5. Guaranteed 6. Drive Me Crazy

ABOUT LISA YARO: Lisa is a Nigerian-American songwriter, artist, film producer and actress born and raised in Kaduna, Nigeria with a deep appreciation for her African musical heritage. As an active member of the music community, she has co-wrote songs with many notable artists and producers including will.i.am, Mya, Musiq Soulchild, LeToya Luckett, among others. Her first big musical break came when she contributed as a writer to the Grammy-nominated project "Smoove Jones" by Mya, in the Best R&B Album category.  More recently, Yaro has gained success as an artist in the Afrobeats and R&B genres with multiple successful single releases, such as “Biko,” “Domitilla,” featuring Mayorkun, and “Yaro” featuring Afrobeats superstar Zlatan. The music video for “Yaro” garnered rotation on BET Jams, Revolt TV, BET Soul, as well as support from Apple Music. As a performer, she has played sold-out venues across the United States alongside Afrobeats artists Flavour and Asake, and delivered an unforgettable performance at the 2022 AFRIMMA Awards Show in Dallas, TX. Yaro’s distinct sound has garnered recognition on various radio programs both in the United States and internationally, such as Hot97 in New York, SoundCity, and Cool fm in Lagos, Nigeria. Additionally, since 2021 she has been a host on the popular AfroFlava radio show and has co-hosted the Afrobeats stage at SummerStage NYC.  Alongside her musical endeavors, the multi-talented Yaro has had success as an actress and executive producer for numerous TV shows and films. She co-produced the film "Freedom’s Path," which premiered in over 200 AMC and Regal Theaters in 2023 and was an actress and executive producer for the film "Asking For It," starring Vanessa Hudgens and Ezra Miller, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and is currently available on Hulu and Amazon Prime. Additionally, her single "Domitilla," featuring Mayorkun, is showcased during the film's end credits. Her next film endeavor is already wrapped and called “Mort In Sherman Oaks” co-starring with Lucy Hale & Keir Gilchrist. CONNECT WITH LISA YARO: OFFICIAL I FACEBOOK I YOUTUBE I TWITTER I INSTAGRAM