Zy Smoke Drops “Forgotten No More”
Zy Smoke is a rising voice from Staten Island’s gritty streets—Shaolin’s own, channeling that raw East Coast fire with a trap-soul twist. Born in the shadow of the Verrazzano, Zy Smoke says “I’ve turned the ‘forgotten borough’ narrative into anthems that hit hard and heal.”
Influences? Wu-Tang Clan eternal, mixed with Nas’ storytelling and modern melodic vibes like Bryson Tiller. Speaking about his latest release, Zy Smoke also says, “Forgotten No More’ is my Staten Island manifesto—a lyrical powerhouse flipping classics from Sinatra to Tupac, celebrating Lenape roots, Italian feasts, Godfather lore on Emerson Hill, and the diverse grind that makes us unbreakable. Over boom-bap beats with ferry horn samples, it’s an empowering ride from North Shore mansions to Greenbelt trails, proving we’re the NYC core.”
Listen to the incredible “Forgotten No More” below, and check out more of Zy Smoke’s tracks on Spotify.
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