‘Cakewalk’ is a warning to an intimate partner that’s playing in your face,” says Cakes. “Drawing inspiration from classics like Kelis’ ‘Caught Out There’ and Blu Cantrell’s ‘Hit ‘Em Up Style’ because who doesn’t love a record that spells out exactly how you’re feeling when a relationship starts getting rocky.”

A few words to describe Cakes da Killa: polymath, businessman, trailblazer, innovator. New Jersey-born, but he’s reigned in New York throughout a decade-plus independent career, tearing up stages and dancefloors worldwide with a trendsetting blend of rap, house, jazz, dance, and anything that piques his interest. He’s persevered through blogs, SoundCloud, a global pandemic, and an ever-shifting music landscape prioritizing everything but talent and taste. Nevertheless, Cakes’ critical and communal acclaim precede him: he’s played Glastonbury and Whole Festival, and he’s worked with everyone from Honey Dijon to Injury Reserve. Whether holding court, going through customs, or crushing competition, Cakes stands firm as a seasoned vet who knows his role and knows the game.