kwn, do what i say | Beaming with Pride

In the 100^th edition of Beaming with Pride (2025), we highlight “do what i say” performed by British singer-songwriter and rapper kwn.

Prepare to beam with P-R-I-D-E! Beaming with Pride celebrates, embraces, and spotlights songs by LGBTQ musicians or allies.  Here, we provide background and insight into musicians, analyze, plus go gaga over the decadent bops served up.  When songs dictate deeper and more transcendent discussion, we ensure the point is fully articulated.  All styles of music are welcome, whether the songs are classics or brand-new. So, without further ado, in the 100^th edition of Beaming with Pride (2025), we highlight “do what i say” performed by kwn.

British singer-songwriter and rapper kwn (Khyra Leah Wilson) sings in the first verse of her single, “do what i say”. Uh-oh, it’s giving matters of the heart… matters of the bedroom 😈.  And, it’s not giving straight! She adds, “I might paint mine, too / ‘Cause I know a place I can hide ‘em / And it’s inside you, woah.” Oh, snap! “Do what i say” is the compelling eighth track from kwn’s 2025 album, with all due respect.  She wrote and produced the single, which thrives on its striking, self-described cheeky lyricism.

“Do what i say” features an enticing, refined musical accompaniment.  The groove is awesome, while the sound fuses R&B and hip-hop vibes.  Kwn delivers expressive vocals throughout, selling the lyrics like a champ. I find her sometimes broken, staccato vocal style quite intriguing.  Essentially, she gives us a compelling blend of melodic rap and singing. With so many lyrical gems from the first verse, there is one I failed to mention: “Hands mingled, she / Said she single, but that pussy only tingle for me, oooh.” D-d-damn! Kwn sounds far more connected and legato singing during the centerpiece, the chorus, where she emphasizes, “You gon’ do what I, I, I / You gon’ do what I say-ay.” The melody sounds incredibly intriguing during the second verse.  It’s quite rhythmic, with some distinct, striking octave leaps. Also, it’s – wait for it – sexual! “Couple years older, I ain’t scared at all, huh / You seen how I handle it, criminal,” she sings, and adds, “Picture you against the wall naked / You said it’s mine, so show me, baby.” Oh, shyt! Kwn says it best: “Best get in position, girl!” “Do what i say” is nothing short of a bop.  And not just any bop! If you needed a lesbian banger to add to your listening rotation, kwn has you covered with this one!

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