Hey music lovers! The one and only Willow Smith just blew the roof off the Blue Note Jazz Club in Hollywood, celebrating her surprise new album petal rock black! Released out of nowhere on February 16, this jazz-pop masterpiece is the latest chapter in Willow's boundary-pushing musical journey.
Decked out in a chic black dress and rocking her iconic braids, Willow took to the stage for two out-of-this-world shows, packing the house and leaving fans absolutely mesmerized. Forget any preconceived notions about Willow as just a Smith kid—this performance was pure artistry, free-flowing with joy and a touch of that quirky magic only she can deliver.
“My album is out and it was 100 percent produced by me!” Willow announced to the crowd, beaming with pride about her DIY project. And what a debut it is, leading from a spoken word piece by the legendary George Clinton straight into tracks like the chill “Vegetation” and the soul-baring “Hear Me Out.”
Willow’s experimental flair builds on her Grammy-nominated empathogen, with fresh collabs like the bewitching “Play” featuring sax genius Kamasi Washington. Plus, she teamed up with Oakland's Tune-Yards on the sparkly “Omnipotent.” A sparkling cover of Prince's “I Would Die 4 U” is also hiding on the album, waiting to wow in future shows!
At just 25, Willow is stepping out from the shadow of her famous fam and carving her own path, with bold collaborations alongside stars like Machine Gun Kelly and Yungblud lighting up 2022. And remember her unforgettable Coachella 2023 set? Fans are still buzzing!
Feeling slightly nervous on stage, Willow dropped her walls to reveal the sincere soul behind the star. Her journey from “Whip My Hair” to now has been one of growth and exploration, and with petal rock black, she’s just getting started. So buckle up, because Willow’s wild, wonderful ride through music is far from over!