Doechii’s Unforgettable Performance of “Denial Is A River” with Issa Rae

Doechii has ended the year on a high note with a memorable performance of her song “Denial Is A River” featuring Issa Rae.

Collaboration with Issa Rae

For Genius’ Open Mic series, Doechii collaborated with Issa Rae, known as the original “Awkward Black Girl,” for a live therapy session. The performance was theatrical, with Doechii rapping and Rae asking probing questions like, “Why don’t you just tell me what’s been goin’ on?” and inquiring about drug use.

Rounds of Applause

The live performance has been garnering attention, especially since Doechii first performed it on NPR’s Tiny Desk. Watch the performance below.

Behind the Scenes

Genius producer, Andrés Tardio, shared the story of how Issa Rae was recruited for the performance on social media.

“I had this crazy idea while listening to Doechii’s ‘Denial is a River’ one day,” Tardio wrote. “What if Issa Rae played the role of Doechii’s therapist in a special live rendition of the song? That idea became a reality! Doechii and Issa brought their incredible talent and star power to make magic. The collaboration showcased undeniable greatness and the efforts of many talented individuals. Stay tuned for the credits and a special bonus moment!”

About the Song

“Denial Is A River” is part of Doechii’s mixtape, Alligator Bites Never Heal, released in August 2024.

Future Projects

Doechii shared her creative process for the mixtape, stating, “I woke up one day and told my label, ‘I’m just going to make a mixtape. I was able to birth this out of pure presence and creativity, and I think I want to carry that with all of my projects and have that mentality moving forward.”

The TDE artist announced that her debut album is set to release in 2025. Speaking with Variety, she expressed her excitement for the upcoming project, saying, “All I can think about is this album, so I’m just looking forward to making more hits, making more music and achieving more of my goals. That’s it.”

FAQs

Q: When did Doechii first perform “Denial Is A River” live?

A: Doechii first performed “Denial Is A River” live on NPR’s Tiny Desk.

Q: What is the inspiration behind the song “Denial Is A River”?

A: The song “Denial Is A River” is part of Doechii’s mixtape, Alligator Bites Never Heal, and explores themes of denial and introspection.

Q: What can we expect from Doechii’s debut album in 2025?

A: Doechii’s debut album in 2025 promises to deliver more hits, music, and the artist’s personal goals as she looks forward to the future.

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